discuss - 英语词汇详解

Meaning 1：talk about (discuss)

discuss 🔊

/dɪˈskʌs/

to talk about something with others, usually to share ideas, solve problems, or make decisions.

talk about 🔊

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/tɔːk əˈbaʊt/

To engage in a conversation or exchange of ideas with others, typically to share perspectives, solve problems, or make decisions.

📁 Category：School Education 🔖 Level：Intermediate

📘 Details & Usage

📖 Root Explanation

From Latin 'discutere' (dis- + quatere 'shake'), meaning break apart, then examine.

💡 Mnemonic

Think 'dis' (apart) + 'cuss' (shake) → shake apart ideas → discuss.

📖 Example

In our English class, we often discuss interesting stories to improve our speaking skills. 🔊 In our English class, we often talk about interesting stories to improve our speaking skills.

🔗 Collocations

discuss a topic – to talk about a subject

discuss the matter – to talk about an issue

discuss options – to consider possible choices

🔄 Synonyms

debate (v.) – to discuss a topic formally, often with opposing views

talk about (v.) – to speak about something casually

🚫 Antonyms

ignore (v.) – to refuse to pay attention to something

🌱 Derivatives

discussion (n.) – the act of talking about something

discursive (adj.) – covering many subjects, not focused

📖 Cultural Story

From Latin 'break apart,' evolved in medieval law to 'investigate a dispute.' Now common in academic and business discussions.