What is the Spanish word for "debate"?

Learn how to say "debate" in Spanish with examples and practice

English

debate

Spanish

debate

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Alternative translations of "debate"

discusión
controversia
deliberación

Examples of how to use "debate" in Spanish

English
There was a heated debate about the issue.
Spanish
Hubo un debate acalorado sobre el tema.
English
The debate starts at seven tonight.
Spanish
El debate comienza a las siete esta noche.
English
Our class held a debate on recycling.
Spanish
Nuestra clase realizó un debate sobre el reciclaje.
English
The debate was lively and respectful.
Spanish
El debate fue animado y respetuoso.
English
She won the debate with clear points.
Spanish
Ella ganó el debate con argumentos claros.

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