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die Debatte

debate

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a formal discussion with opposite opinions

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What's the difference between die Debatte / Aussprache / Diskussion / Streitgespräch / Erörterung / Streit

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die Debatte

debate — a formal discussion with opposite opinions

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Aussprache

A rather formal and less common word for a discussion, often aimed at reaching agreement. It does not necessarily imply a conflict.

B1Rarely

Die Aussprache über die neuen Regeln dauerte fast zwei Stunden.

Обсуждение новых правил длилось почти два часа.

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Diskussion

The most general and neutral word: any discussion of a topic with different opinions. Very close to 'Debatte', but usually less formal.

B1Very Often

Nach der Diskussion stimmten alle über den Vorschlag ab.

После обсуждения все проголосовали за предложение.

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Streitgespräch

A verbal argument in which the participants strongly disagree. It is more confrontational and conflict-like than 'Debatte'.

B1Rarely

Aus der sachlichen Runde wurde schnell ein Streitgespräch.

Спокойная беседа быстро превратилась в спор.

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Erörterung

A detailed and structured examination of a topic, especially in school, university, or formal speech. It is closer to analysis than to a debate.

B1Often

Die Erörterung des Problems zeigt verschiedene Lösungswege auf.

Рассмотрение проблемы показывает разные пути решения.

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Streit

A common word for an argument or quarrel between people. More emotional and conflict-filled than the neutral 'Debatte'.

B1Very Often

Wegen des Geldes kam es zu einem heftigen Streit.

Из-за денег произошёл сильный спор.

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Auseinandersetzung

A broad term that can mean a dispute, clash of opinions, or even conflict. Usually stronger and more tense than 'Debatte'.

B1Often

Die Auseinandersetzung zwischen den Parteien dauerte mehrere Wochen.

Противостояние между сторонами длилось несколько недель.

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Verhandlung

Negotiations between parties, usually about a contract, terms, or solving a problem. It is not a debate for its own sake, but a search for agreement.

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Die Verhandlungen über den neuen Vertrag laufen noch.

Переговоры по новому договору всё ещё продолжаются.

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Konferenz

An official meeting or conference. It is not the debate itself, but an event where debates can take place.

B1Often

Auf der Konferenz wurden viele aktuelle Themen besprochen.

На конференции обсудили многие актуальные темы.

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eine formelle Diskussion mit gegensätzlichen Meinungen

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