discuss - Master This Word
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discuss Word Meanings
- to talk about a topic with others
- to consider or examine a subject
- to have a conversation about a matter
discuss Example Sentences
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discuss Phonetic & Pronunciation
UK
/dɪsˈkʌs/
US
/dɪˈskʌs/
discuss Word Etymology
de + discuss = apart + claudere (to close) → Latin 'discutere' → Old French 'discuter' → English. Imagine breaking a problem into pieces to explore it like a puzzle.
Note 1: These definitions and etymologies are not standard dictionary definitions, but extended explanations provided to help with memorization and understanding of the actual application of words. Through this background information, we strive to make words more vivid and easier to understand, and help you remember their meanings in real life.
Note 2: LexiTalk designs the learning flow around the linguistics principle of “Comprehensible Input.” When learners encounter material that is slightly above their level but still understandable from context, the brain naturally absorbs the language. That’s why we keep every word inside authentic contexts, using examples and associations to help you understand it and use it flexibly.
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I lean toward the table, press a notebook open, and push a page so the topic sits in the center. We move the focus around, turn phrases, and discuss what matters, as voices rise and settle. I feel the effort to keep things clear, to adjust my pace, to hold space for others. By listening and choosing when to ask, we keep the thread alive and the group begins to discuss.
Real Context
Discuss means to talk about a topic with others and to consider or examine a subject more carefully. When you discuss something, you typically exchange ideas, ask questions, and sometimes defend your point of view, aiming to reach a shared understanding or a decision. The verb can take disuss with someone or be used in phrases like discuss the issue or discuss the plan. It can be formal or informal depending on context, and it is common in meetings, classrooms, and everyday life. Learners should recognize that discuss emphasizes collaborative thinking and deliberation rather than a casual chat.
Usage Reminders
- 1) Use discuss with someone to show a mutual exchange of ideas.
- 2) Say discuss the topic or discuss the plan when you want to explore options.
- 3) Distinguish discuss from argue or debate in tone.
- 4) Prefer discuss the pros and cons over casual talk in professional settings.
- 5) Use noun form discussion when referring to the process or event.
Common Misconceptions
- Discus s is not the same as speak about; discuss implies a collaborative examination.
- Do not say discuss about something; say discuss something.
- Avoid using discuss for purely casual chatting; it is more formal or focused.
- Mixing discuss with argue or debate can change tone.
- Some learners use discuss for a personal opinion instead of a group exchange.
Thinking Differences
Discuss in English centers on collaborative exploration and consensus building; learners may overuse discuss in casual chat or avoid it in informal talks.
Learning Tips
- Learn the core pattern discuss with someone and discuss the topic.
- Practice distinguishing discuss from talk about.
- Use discuss for collaborative exploration in meetings.
- Prefer discuss the plan to indicate deliberation.
- Remember discuss is transitive; object may be a topic or issue.
- Watch for formal vs informal tone in different contexts.
5-Step Learning Method - Learn English in English
Step 1: Meaning
Which definition best matches the word 'discuss'?
A.To talk about a subject with someone, often to share ideas or decide
B.To decide something immediately without talking
C.To write a long report about a topic
D.To hide or keep information secret
Step 2: Usage
Which sentence uses the word 'discuss' correctly?
A.We will discuss the project's budget at tomorrow's meeting.
B.They discuss about the schedule for hours.
C.She wrote a discuss on climate change.
D.That was a discuss decision by the team.
Step 3: Similar Words
Which word is most similar in meaning to 'discuss'?
A.talk about
B.ignore
C.decide
D.announce
Step 4: Opposite Words
Which word is most opposite in meaning to 'discuss'?
A.ignore
B.debate
C.announce
D.agree
Step 5: Mastery
Can you think of a real-life context where you would use the word 'discuss'?
A.An individual chooses quietly which book to buy without consulting others.
B.The principal reads aloud a prepared statement to the entire school.
C.Team members meet to talk through different ideas and decide the next steps.
D.A referee enforces rules and gives penalties during the match.
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