B1 verb Neutral

토론하다

[tʰoːɾonɦa̠da̠]

To debate or discuss a specific topic by exchanging different opinions. It often implies a more structured discussion than just a casual chat.

Examples

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1

친구들과 저녁 메뉴를 토론했어요.

I discussed the dinner menu with my friends.

2

국회에서 새로운 법안을 토론하고 있습니다.

The National Assembly is debating the new bill.

3

야, 우리 싸우지 말고 토론하자.

Hey, let's debate instead of fighting.

Word Family

Noun
토론
Verb
토론하다
Adjective
토론적
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Memory Tip

To-Ron sounds like 'To Run' - ideas run back and forth between people.

Quick Quiz

우리는 사회 문제에 대해 ( )하는 시간을 가졌습니다.

Correct!

The correct answer is: 토론

Examples

1

친구들과 저녁 메뉴를 토론했어요.

everyday

I discussed the dinner menu with my friends.

2

국회에서 새로운 법안을 토론하고 있습니다.

formal

The National Assembly is debating the new bill.

3

야, 우리 싸우지 말고 토론하자.

informal

Hey, let's debate instead of fighting.

4

세미나에서 학생들은 주제에 대해 활발히 토론했다.

academic

In the seminar, students actively debated the topic.

5

다음 회의에서 이 문제를 다시 토론합시다.

business

Let's discuss this issue again at the next meeting.

Word Family

Noun
토론
Verb
토론하다
Adjective
토론적

Common Collocations

주제를 토론하다 to debate a topic
활발히 토론하다 to debate actively
찬반을 토론하다 to debate pros and cons
토론을 벌이다 to hold a debate
심도 있게 토론하다 to discuss in depth

Common Phrases

토론 문화

debate culture

끝장 토론

marathon debate

토론 대회

debate competition

Often Confused With

토론하다 vs 토의하다

토의하다 is for finding a solution together; 토론하다 focuses on debating different viewpoints.

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Usage Notes

Essential for IELTS Writing Task 2 where you must 'discuss both sides'.

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Common Mistakes

Do not confuse with '말다툼' (argument/fight). 토론 is logical and constructive.

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Memory Tip

To-Ron sounds like 'To Run' - ideas run back and forth between people.

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Word Origin

From Hanja 討論 (to criticize and discuss).

Grammar Patterns

~에 대해 토론하다 ~와/과 토론하다
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Cultural Context

Koreans value 'Hwa-baek' (harmony through discussion) historically, though modern debates can be intense.

Quick Quiz

우리는 사회 문제에 대해 ( )하는 시간을 가졌습니다.

Correct!

The correct answer is: 토론

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