argument
A set of reasons or evidence presented with the aim of persuading others that an action or idea is right or wrong. It also commonly refers to a verbal disagreement or a heated exchange of diverging opinions.
Ejemplos
3 de 5We had a long argument about where to go on vacation this summer.
We had a long argument about where to go on vacation this summer.
The defense attorney presented a compelling argument to prove the defendant's innocence.
The defense attorney presented a compelling argument to prove the defendant's innocence.
I really don't want to get into an argument with you over something so minor.
I really don't want to get into an argument with you over something so minor.
Familia de palabras
Truco para recordar
Think of the 'ment' at the end as standing for 'Mental'. An argument is a 'Mental' effort to prove your point.
Quiz rápido
The scientist's ________ for climate change was based on twenty years of data.
¡Correcto!
La respuesta correcta es: a
Ejemplos
We had a long argument about where to go on vacation this summer.
everydayWe had a long argument about where to go on vacation this summer.
The defense attorney presented a compelling argument to prove the defendant's innocence.
formalThe defense attorney presented a compelling argument to prove the defendant's innocence.
I really don't want to get into an argument with you over something so minor.
informalI really don't want to get into an argument with you over something so minor.
The central argument of the professor's paper is that the industrial revolution was inevitable.
academicThe central argument of the professor's paper is that the industrial revolution was inevitable.
Management put forward a strong argument for increasing the budget for research and development.
businessManagement put forward a strong argument for increasing the budget for research and development.
Familia de palabras
Colocaciones comunes
Frases Comunes
for the sake of argument
for the sake of argument
win an argument
win an argument
get into an argument
get into an argument
Se confunde a menudo con
An argument is typically more confrontational or aimed at proving a point, whereas a discussion is a more neutral or cooperative exchange of ideas.
Notas de uso
In academic and formal contexts, an 'argument' is a positive thing—a structured piece of reasoning. In social contexts, it often carries a negative connotation of conflict.
Errores comunes
Many learners use 'argument' when they mean 'discussion' (a common false friend in Romance languages). Remember that an argument usually involves a clash of opinions.
Truco para recordar
Think of the 'ment' at the end as standing for 'Mental'. An argument is a 'Mental' effort to prove your point.
Origen de la palabra
From the Latin 'argumentum', meaning 'evidence, ground, support, or proof'.
Patrones gramaticales
Contexto cultural
In many Western educational systems, being able to construct a 'strong argument' is considered one of the most important academic skills.
Quiz rápido
The scientist's ________ for climate change was based on twenty years of data.
¡Correcto!
La respuesta correcta es: a
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