1.
to discuss, to debate, to argue
To exchange opinions on a topic, often involving different viewpoints. Can include formal debates or heated discussions.
この問題について議論しましょう。
Let's discuss this issue.
国会で法案が議論されている。
The bill is being debated in parliament.
Passive form
何時間も議論したが、結論は出なかった。
We discussed for hours but couldn't reach a conclusion.
TRANSITIVITY: 他動詞 (transitive). Pattern: Xについて議論する (discuss about X) / Xを議論する (debate X).
ASPECT: ている indicates ongoing action. 議論している = 'is discussing/debating.'
COMMON PATTERNS:
- 活発に議論する (discuss actively)
- 議論を重ねる (have repeated discussions)
- 議論の余地がない (no room for debate)
NUANCE: More formal than 話し合う (talk together). Often implies structured or serious exchange of views.
Related Words
Related:
話し合う