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English - Norwegian

Argument

ˈɑrɡjəmənt
Extremely common
800 - 900
800 - 900
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argument, grunnlag, bevis, diskusjon, debatt

Argument meanings in Norwegian

argument

Example:
They had a heated argument about politics.
De hadde en intens krangel om politikk.
She presented a strong argument in favor of the proposal.
Hun presenterte et sterkt argument for forslaget.
Usage: formal/informalContext: Used in discussions, debates, or disagreements.
Note: In Norwegian, 'argument' can refer to both a disagreement and a reason or rationale in a discussion.

grunnlag, bevis

Example:
His argument was based on solid evidence.
Hans argument var basert på solid bevis.
You need to provide a strong argument to support your claim.
Du må gi et sterkt grunnlag for å støtte påstanden din.
Usage: formalContext: Common in academic or professional settings where logical reasoning is required.
Note: This usage emphasizes the logical support behind a statement or position.

diskusjon, debatt

Example:
The argument lasted for hours.
Diskusjonen varte i flere timer.
They enjoyed a friendly argument about their favorite movies.
De hadde en vennlig debatt om favorittfilmene sine.
Usage: informalContext: Social situations where people discuss differing opinions.
Note: In this context, 'argument' is often less about conflict and more about exchanging ideas.

Argument's synonyms

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.

Argument expressions, common phrases

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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Argument everyday (slang) expressions

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.

Argument - Examples

The lawyer presented a strong argument in court.
Advokaten la fram et sterkt argument i retten.
We had a heated argument about politics.
Vi hadde et hett argument om politikk.
Can you give me a good argument for why I should buy this product?
Kan du gi meg et godt argument for hvorfor jeg bør kjøpe dette produktet?

Argument grammar

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
Syllables, Separation 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)

Argument - Importance and usage frequency

The word frequency and importance index indicates how often a word appears in a given language. The smaller the number, the more frequently the word is used. The most frequently used words typically range from about 1 to 4000.
argument: 800 - 900 (Extremely common).
This importance index helps you focus on the most useful words during your language learning process.
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