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Argument

argument (a reason or point in a discussion), reasoning

In German

Argument

ar-goo-MENT

Don't Get Confused!

Looks like

argument

In English means: "a dispute, a disagreement, a quarrel"

Actually means

Argument

argument (a reason or point in a discussion), reasoning

Memory TipIn German, an 'Argument' is a logical 'point' or 'reason' you make. In English, 'an argument' often means a 'dispute' or a fight. Think: German 'Argument' is a building block of logic, not a breakdown of relations.

Example Sentences

1
Sein Argument für die These war sehr überzeugend.
His argument for the thesis was very convincing.
2
Sie präsentierte eine Reihe logischer Argumente.
She presented a series of logical arguments.

FAQ

How do you say "argument (a reason or point in a discussion), reasoning" in German?

"argument (a reason or point in a discussion), reasoning" in German is "Argument" (ar-goo-MENT). Example: Sein Argument für die These war sehr überzeugend..

academic, scholar (a person)

treatise, essay (often religious or philosophical)

Traktat

trak-TAHT

editor (in publishing), lecturer (at university, esp. for foreign languages)

Lektor

LEK-tor