Argument meanings in Swedish

diskussion

Example:

We had a long argument about politics.

Vi hade en lång diskussion om politik.

Their argument was heated but respectful.

Deras diskussion var het men respektfull.

Usage: informalContext: Used in everyday conversations to describe a discussion or debate.

Note: In Swedish, 'diskussion' can refer to a friendly debate or a more intense discussion.

skäl

Example:

He gave several arguments for his point of view.

Han gav flera skäl för sin synpunkt.

Her arguments were well thought out.

Hennes skäl var väl genomtänkta.

Usage: formalContext: Often used in academic or logical contexts to refer to reasons or justifications.

Note: In this sense, 'skäl' refers to the reasons behind a belief or opinion.

argument

Example:

The function requires two arguments.

Funktionen kräver två argument.

Make sure to pass the right arguments to the method.

Se till att skicka rätt argument till metoden.

Usage: formalContext: Commonly used in programming and mathematics to refer to inputs for functions.

Note: In this technical sense, 'argument' is borrowed directly from English and used in the same way.

tvist

Example:

The couple had an argument about money.

Paret hade en tvist om pengar.

Their argument escalated into a fight.

Deras tvist eskalerade till ett slagsmål.

Usage: informalContext: Used to describe a disagreement that may lead to conflict.

Note: This meaning often implies a more serious or emotional disagreement.

debate

A debate is a formal discussion on a particular topic in which opposing arguments are put forward.

Example: There was a heated debate in the meeting about the new policy.

Note: While an argument may involve conflict or disagreement, a debate typically involves a more structured and organized discussion with the goal of reaching a conclusion or understanding.

dispute

A dispute is a disagreement or argument about something important.

Example: The neighbors had a dispute over the property boundary.

Note: A dispute often implies a more serious or prolonged disagreement compared to a simple argument.

controversy

A controversy is a prolonged public disagreement or heated discussion about a particular issue.

Example: The article sparked a controversy among readers.

Note: A controversy often involves public attention and differing opinions on a specific topic, whereas an argument may be more personal or limited in scope.

quarrel

A quarrel is a brief and usually petty argument or disagreement.

Example: The siblings had a petty quarrel over who should do the dishes.

Note: A quarrel is often seen as a minor or trivial argument, whereas an argument can encompass a wider range of conflicts.

Have an argument

To engage in a disagreement or debate with someone.

Example: They had an argument about politics last night.

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Make an argument

To present reasons or evidence in support of a claim or viewpoint.

Example: She made a compelling argument for her proposal.

Note: In this context, 'argument' refers to a logical presentation, whereas the original word 'argument' can imply a conflict or disagreement.

Settle an argument

To resolve or come to a conclusion in a disagreement or dispute.

Example: Let's settle this argument once and for all.

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Argument over

A prolonged or heated discussion or dispute about a particular topic.

Example: The argument over the budget lasted for hours.

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In the heat of the argument

During a moment of intense disagreement or conflict.

Example: She said things she didn't mean in the heat of the argument.

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Argue the point

To persistently defend or justify a particular perspective or opinion.

Example: He always argues the point, even when he knows he's wrong.

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Argue with

To engage in a verbal disagreement or dispute with someone.

Example: He argued with his brother over who should do the dishes.

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Argument for

A set of reasons or evidence in favor of a particular idea or course of action.

Example: She presented a strong argument for increasing funding for education.

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Argument against

Reasons or points opposing a particular idea or proposal.

Example: The article outlined several arguments against the new policy.

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Bicker

To argue about petty or trivial matters continuously.

Example: They were constantly bickering about the smallest things.

Note: Differs from 'argument' as it implies ongoing, minor disagreements.

Squabble

A noisy argument, usually about something minor or unimportant.

Example: The siblings had a squabble over who gets to use the computer first.

Note: More informal than 'argument' and often involves a brief, noisy dispute.

Spat

A brief, minor argument or disagreement.

Example: They had a spat over whose turn it was to do the dishes.

Note: Conveys a sense of quickness and often associated with minor issues.

Row

A noisy argument or quarrel, often between people in a close relationship.

Example: They had a row about where to go on vacation.

Note: Suggests a heated, loud argument, usually between intimate partners or family members.

Tiff

A petty argument or disagreement, usually short-lived.

Example: They had a tiff over what movie to watch.

Note: Implies a minor, trivial disagreement that is often resolved quickly.

Clash

A fierce or sharp disagreement or conflict.

Example: She clashed with her boss over the new project's direction.

Note: Emphasizes a strong, intense disagreement or conflict.

The lawyer presented a strong argument in court.

Advokaten presenterade ett starkt argument i domstolen.

We had a heated argument about politics.

Vi hade ett hett argument om politik.

Can you give me a good argument for why I should buy this product?

Kan du ge mig ett bra argument för varför jag borde köpa den här produkten?

Argument - Noun (Noun) / Noun, singular or mass (Noun, singular or mass)

Lemma: argument

Conjugations

Noun, plural (Noun, plural): arguments, argument

Noun, singular or mass (Noun, singular or mass): argument

Syllabification and Stress

argument Contains 3 syllables: ar • gu • ment

Phonetic transcription: ˈär-gyə-mənt

ar gu ment , ˈär gyə mənt (The red syllable is stressed)

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argument: 800 - 900 (Extremely common).

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