1.
to spark debate; to be controversial; to provoke discussion
To cause or invite debate, discussion, or controversy. Describes a topic, statement, or action that generates differing opinions and public discussion.
この法案は議論を呼んでいる。
This bill is sparking debate.
大臣の発言が議論を呼んだ。
The minister's remarks sparked controversy.
AIの利用に関する規制は世界中で議論を呼んでおり、各国が対応に追われている。
Regulations on AI use are provoking debate worldwide, and countries are scrambling to respond.
A set expression using 議論 (debate, discussion) + を + 呼ぶ (to call, to invite). The verb 呼ぶ here means "to invite" or "to attract," not "to call someone."
COMMON PATTERNS:
- 議論を呼んでいる: is sparking debate (ongoing)
- 大きな議論を呼ぶ: to spark major debate
- 賛否の議論を呼ぶ: to spark debate for and against
SIMILAR EXPRESSIONS:
- 物議を醸す: to cause controversy — stronger negative connotation
- 波紋を呼ぶ: to cause ripples, create waves — implies spreading impact
- 論争を巻き起こす: to stir up controversy — more confrontational