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"Write about" is a phrase which is often translated as "escribir sobre", and "discuss" is a transitive verb which is often translated as "discutir". Learn more about the difference between "write about" and "discuss" below.
write about(
rayd
uh
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baut
)A phrase is a group of words commonly used together (e.g., once upon a time).
1. (general)
a. escribir sobre
I like to write about wizards and other fantastic things.Me gusta escribir sobre magos y otras cosas fantásticas.
b. escribir acerca de
I need help with my assignment. - You could write about our family vacation.Necesito ayuda con mi tarea. - Podrías escribir acerca de nuestra vacación familiar.
discuss(
dihs
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kuhs
)A transitive verb is a verb that requires a direct object (e.g., I bought a book.).
1. (to debate)
a. discutir
We'll discuss the fact that you went to the party without my permission later.Discutiremos más tarde lo de ir a esa fiesta sin mi permiso.
b. tratar
We will discuss the terms of the agreement with you or your legal representative.Trataremos los términos del acuerdo con usted o su representante legal.
c. analizar
Enumerate and discuss the different phases of matter.Enumera y analiza las diferentes fases de la materia.
d. debatir
The panel discussed the future of artificial intelligence.El panel debatió el futuro de la inteligencia artificial.
a. hablar de
She was eager to discuss her wonderful experience.Estaba impaciente por hablar de su maravillosa experiencia.
