Debate in english
pronunciation: dəbeɪt part of speech: noun
debate = debate ; discussion ; exchange ; thread ; disquisition ; Q&A session [question and answer session] ; argument.
Example: The debate as to which is the most effective way to classify books has not been positively settled.Example: In a journal most formal items including articles, essays, discussions and reviews can be expected to be accompanied by an abstract.Example: Reports of interviews of exchanges are to be entered under the participant if the report is essentially confined to the words of the person(s) interviewed.Example: The thread linking these giants is the acknowledgement that libraries exist to serve their users.Example: There are disadvantages to this but a disquisition on all of that would run on for many pages.Example: The delivery of each presentation should last 15-20 minutes which should include a Q&A session.Example: A précis is an account which restricts itself to the essential points in an argument.more:
» abrir el debate = open + the debate .
Example: This symposium is an attempt to build upon the seminar discussions and to open the debate to a wider audience.» abrir + Nombre + al debate = open + Nombre + to discussion .
Example: Reading-reportage brings these prejudices to the surface and opens them to discussion not just by the teacher but by the reader's peers.» acallar el debate = stifle + the debate .
Example: The Chinese government is intent on stifling debate in the country's blogosphere by restricting the activities of bloggers and preventing discussion of sensitive topics.» contribución a un debate = input to a debate .
Example: Everyone's thinking and input to the debate will be important to influence the final outcome.» contribuir a un debate = have + an input to a debate .
Example: Like a lot of people, I am deeply cynical about formal politics in general, but this is a rare chance for the people of Wales to have an input to the debate.» debate abierto = open discussion .
Example: During the open discussion which followed, a plea was made for uniform standards, but not uniformity, in school libraries.» debate académico = academic debate .
Example: There is no way this issue could be resolved by academic debates.» debate acalorado = heated debate ; heated discussion ; heated argument .
Example: In the 2nd period, 1912-1933, the methods and direction of the movement came under criticism from socialists and educationalists, and a heated debate ensued. Example: The meeting produced heated discussion on the pattern for public library services in the Netherlands. Example: When you're in a heated argument, it's easy to lose control of yourself quickly.» debate + centrarse sobre = debate + centre around/on/upon .
Example: Much of the debate is centred on maintaining and up-dating information files of local organizations.» debate científico = scientific debate .
Example: A new meteorite study is rekindling a scientific debate over the creation of our solar system.» debate de grupo = group discussion .
Example: In addition to providing books the staff have introduced topic packs which are used for group discussion, and take to the elderly persons' homes old but familiar household objects which can stimulate reminiscences.» debate + durar = debate + rage [Especialmente de modo violento o con fuerza] ; debate + simmer .
Example: Nevertheless the controlled versus natural indexing language debate still rages. Example: The debate over how periodical collections are best organised has simmered since the 1940s.» debate en grupo = group discussion .
Example: In addition to providing books the staff have introduced topic packs which are used for group discussion, and take to the elderly persons' homes old but familiar household objects which can stimulate reminiscences.» debate entre ponentes = panel discussion ; panel debate .
Example: The workshop consisted of an inaugural function, a series of lectures, a panel discussion and a valedictory function. Example: The confeence offers a variety of activities, such as workshops, tutorials, panel debates etc.» debate + mantenerse = debate + rage [Especialmente de modo violento o con fuerza] .
Example: Nevertheless the controlled versus natural indexing language debate still rages.» debate parlamentario = parliamentary debate .
Example: During the parliamentary debates he pointed out the advantages to the public that would accrue from such havens of quiet and reasonableness as the library.» debate + perdurar = debate + rage [Especialmente de modo violento o con fuerza] ; debate + simmer .
Example: Nevertheless the controlled versus natural indexing language debate still rages. Example: The debate over how periodical collections are best organised has simmered since the 1940s.» debate político = political discussion ; political debate .
Example: The national ethos is much more egalitarian than it was and more and more appeals can successfully be made to the argument of equality in political discussion. Example: This new new report will re-ignite political debate over whether governments should do more to encourage family values.» debate por tema de interés = breakout discussion .
Example: The conference focused on the following themes, seminars and break-out discussions: books in a post paper society; the shifting sands of retail trends; no more bunting on the publishing boat; and consumer attitudes to price.» debate presidencial = presidential debate .
Example: Television has become so vapid and devoid of information that I didn't see the point of watching the presidential debate.» debate público = public debate .
Example: The main emphasis appears to be on providing information necessary for the public to be better informed on matters of public debate.» debate + seguir = debate + rage [Especialmente de modo violento o con fuerza] .
Example: Nevertheless the controlled versus natural indexing language debate still rages.» debate social = public discourse .
Example: The study is situated within the contested public discourse about the importance of certain key institutions, such as the library, in public life = Este estudio se sitúa dentro del debate social abierto existente hoy sobre la importancia de ciertas instituciones clave, tal como la biblioteca, en la vida pública.» desviar el debate de ... a = wrest + discussion + away from ... to .
Example: Students who slight preclass preparation are a drag on the class; they will not know what is going on and if they speak at all will frequently attempt to wrest the discussion away from the case to more comfortable topics.» documento de debate = discussion paper [Método de debate que toma como punto de partida un documento que presenta ideas, normalmente polémicas, que dan pie a ser rebatidas o apoyadas] .
Example: The UKLDS or the UK Library Database System is a proposal from the Cooperative Automation Group (CAG) which was first disseminated in a discussion paper published in 1982.» el tema del debate = the focus of the discussion .
Example: Matters of civility rather than criminality are the focus of the discussion.» entrar al trapo de un debate = get drawn into + an argument ; get drawn into + a debate .
Example: I admired her yesterday for not getting drawn into the argument -- it just proved what a strong character she really is. Example: And he refused to get drawn into the debate about whether tax or spending cuts were the best way to reduce an inevitable deficit.» estar en debate = be under discussion .
Example: A proposal for an ISADN is under discussion within the IFLA Working Group on an International Authority System.» estimular el debate = provoke + discussion ; prompt + discussion ; pepper + the debate ; stimulate + the discussion .
Example: And let me stress yet again that I do not mean we should be constantly stopping in midstream during a reading to ask questions and provoke discussion. Example: E-mail reference also has prompted discussions in the literature about the relative advantages and disadvantages inherent in providing this service. Example: The manuscript and the printed papers reflect different phases of the controversies which peppered debates among company directors and proprietors at the turn of the century. Example: The seminar will bring together a wide range of experiences and practices in order to share these and stimulate the discussion.» fomentar el debate = foster + discussion ; stimulate + the discussion .
Example: I should like first of all to express my appreciation to the enterprising and energetic partnership of Freedman and Malinconico for their indefatigable efforts to focus attention and foster discussion on current developments and issues in cataloging. Example: The seminar will bring together a wide range of experiences and practices in order to share these and stimulate the discussion.» foro de debate = discussion list [En Internet, grupo de usuarios que están interesados en un tema específico y que automáticamente reciben en su correo electrónico los mensajes relacionados con el mismo que los miembros del grupo se intercambian] ; listserv(er) [list-serv(er)] [Sistema que permite a todas las personas que se han suscrito a una lista de interés reciban los mensajes emitidos por cualquier miembro de la lista posibilitando la discusión de temas de su interés] ; newsgroup [news group] [En USENET, el nombre dado a las listas de correro electrónico] ; electronic forum ; open forum ; e-mail list ; distribution list ; electronic distribution list ; discussion forum .
Example: Internet users may also derive articles and other information from electronic journals and newsletters and from the many electronic bulletin boards (EEB) and discussion lists. Example: A listserv (a.k.a mailing list and discussion list) is a system that allows people to send e-mail to one address, whereupon their message is copied and sent to all of the other subscribers to the mailing list thus making it possible to participate in discussions. Example: Newsgroup is the name for discussion groups on USENET. Example: Information World en Espanol (IWETEL), the first electronic forum for information professionals in Spain, was launched in Nov 93. Example: The panel discussion and open forum are also briefly described. Example: This paper discusses the various Internet search tools such as File Transfer Protocol, search engines, and e-mail lists, with medical information examples. Example: This is a compilation of distribution lists and electronic serials which are of interest to librar professionals. Example: Electronic distribution lists and newsgroups have been widely used by scholars and librarians to find specific information, keep abreast of current events and communicate within a specific discipline. Example: Listservs are discussion forums which revolve around a particular topic and are made possible through electronic mail technology.» foro de debate en línea = online forum .
Example: TTFN (Ta Ta For Now) is a shorthand appended to a comment written in an online forum.» ganar un debate = win + an argument .
Example: If you win the argument, but lose the person, you've lost the argument.» generar debate = generate + debate .
Example: Each workshop was repeated 3 times, generating much interesting debate and discussion.» grupo de debate = discussion group ; focus group ; discussion list [En Internet, grupo de usuarios que están interesados en un tema específico y que automáticamente reciben en su correo electrónico los mensajes relacionados con el mismo que los miembros del grupo se intercambian] ; electronic forum ; panel discussion ; panel debate .
Example: Begun in 1973, CONSER was conceived by an ad hoc discussion group on Serials Data Bases of American and Canadian librarians. Example: While lunches and exhibit booth encounters at ALA and state conferences help, neither replaces a good, structured focus group. Example: Internet users may also derive articles and other information from electronic journals and newsletters and from the many electronic bulletin boards (EEB) and discussion lists. Example: Information World en Espanol (IWETEL), the first electronic forum for information professionals in Spain, was launched in Nov 93. Example: The workshop consisted of an inaugural function, a series of lectures, a panel discussion and a valedictory function. Example: The confeence offers a variety of activities, such as workshops, tutorials, panel debates etc.» limitar el debate a = keep + a discussion grounded in/on .
Example: Cases keep discussion grounded on certain persistent facts that must be faced, and keep a realistic rein on airy flights of academic speculation.» mantener un debate = hold + a discussion .
Example: Inevitably, it was the IT/new communications technology dimension which dominated the many discussions held.» mesa de debate = panel discussion ; discussion panel .
Example: The workshop consisted of an inaugural function, a series of lectures, a panel discussion and a valedictory function. Example: This paper gives a general overview of the microfilm industry world-wide, drawing on the comments of members of a discussion panel at the Mid-year meeting of the National Micrographics Association.» objeto del debate = at issue .
Example: A series of round table discussions over 2 days served to clarify the main points at issue.» panel de debate = panel presentation ; panel discussion ; discussion panel ; panel session .
Example: The purpose of the workshop is for exchange of ideas and thus the emphasis is on short speeches or panel presentations and a lot of dialogue. Example: The workshop consisted of an inaugural function, a series of lectures, a panel discussion and a valedictory function. Example: This paper gives a general overview of the microfilm industry world-wide, drawing on the comments of members of a discussion panel at the Mid-year meeting of the National Micrographics Association. Example: The major points raised during discussion and panel sessions are outlined.» participar en un debate = participate in + a discussion .
Example: An invitation was issued to those who had served in both public and school libraries to participate in the discussion.» perder un debate = lose + an argument .
Example: If you win the argument, but lose the person, you've lost the argument.» preguntas para incitar el debate = discussion question .
Example: The stories are accompanied by learning activities and discussion questions for students and are arranged under the headings of bear, mountain goat and deer, and seal and sea lion.» presentador de programa de debate = chat show host ; talk show host .
Example: At 72, Gaybo, Ireland's legendary chat show host, is already a grandfather. Example: Talk show host Jimmy Kimmel has a well-established penchant for playing mean pranks on kids.» programa de debate = talk show ; chat show .
Example: He conducted the morning sessions as if he were a roving talk show host. Example: Like many chat shows, there's one host, four guests and a studio audience = Como en muchas tertulias de la televisión o radio, hay un presentador, cuatro invitados y un público.» propiciar el debate = stimulate + the discussion ; stimulate + the debate .
Example: The seminar will bring together a wide range of experiences and practices in order to share these and stimulate the discussion. Example: The goal has been to attempt to stimulate the debate by providing information and organising events where views can be exchanged.» provocar el debate = prompt + discussion ; spark + debate .
Example: E-mail reference also has prompted discussions in the literature about the relative advantages and disadvantages inherent in providing this service. Example: Those that couldn't read sat in semi-circles listening to books being read to them, asking questions, sparking debate and dialogue.» provocar un debate = ignite + a debate ; stir + a debate .
Example: Paid-for promotions in bookshops have ignited a debate about sales integrity. Example: The article is entitled 'Eye on publishing: Public Lending Right stirs debate'.» reavivar el debate = reignite + debate .
Example: The report's re-release is likely to reignite debate about how publishers should respond to the potential threat of open access.» resolver el debate de forma contundente = clinch + the argument ; clinch + the issue .
Example: Paradoxically enough, it might be the coming of computerised reference work that will finally clinch the argument that the reference process is far more than mechanistic question-answering. Example: It was the triumph of Darwinism in the nineteenth century which for many humanists clinched the issue between theistic religion and science.» resolver el debate de forma contuntende = clinch + the affair .
Example: 'The library needs furniture....' 'Okay,' he said, as if clinching the affair.» seguir el debate = follow + the thread .
Example: Generally speaking, my philosophy is that if you've been following the thread, you already know what the reply is.» ser objeto de debate = be at issue .
Example: What constitutes 'fair use' is at issue as well, and libraries, on the advice of lawyers, have to be extremely careful about what they reproduce digitally.» sesión de debate = discussion session [Reunión de profesor y alumnos o de profesionales para debatir un tema o temas] .
Example: This takes the form of course committee involvement, direct field work, discussion sessions, seminars, and guest speakers.» suscitar el debate = spark + debate ; spark + discussion .
Example: Those that couldn't read sat in semi-circles listening to books being read to them, asking questions, sparking debate and dialogue. Example: The author offers perspectives intended to challenge acquisitions librarians' thinking, spark discussions, and lead to further investigations.» suscitar un debate = arouse + discussion ; debate + surface ; raise + a debate ; stir + a debate .
Example: The December 84 meeting aroused considerable discussion on the government proposals to transfer responsibility for public libraries from the county councils to the local authorities. Example: The debate whether children should read only the best books continues to surface from time to time among teachers and librarians. Example: The article 'Sealing criminal history records: shall we let the fox guard the henhouse in the name of privacy?' has once again raised the debate on the consequences of allowing press and public to view such data. Example: The article is entitled 'Eye on publishing: Public Lending Right stirs debate'.» tema de debate = thesis [theses, -pl.] ; talking point ; subject of debate ; discussion topic .
Example: A praeses is a faculty moderator of an academic disputation, who normally proposes a thesis and participates in the ensuing disputation. Example: One of the major talking points on the electronic publishing scene during the past couple of years has been the need for internationally recognised standards. Example: These, and similar, questions are likely to form the subject of debate for some years to come. Example: Television shows foster titillating discussion topics and trivialize troubles.» zanjar el debate = clinch + the affair ; clinch + the argument ; clinch + the issue .
Example: 'The library needs furniture....' 'Okay,' he said, as if clinching the affair. Example: Paradoxically enough, it might be the coming of computerised reference work that will finally clinch the argument that the reference process is far more than mechanistic question-answering. Example: It was the triumph of Darwinism in the nineteenth century which for many humanists clinched the issue between theistic religion and science.debatir = argue ; debate ; discuss ; talk over ; deliberate ; pick up on ; bring into + discussion ; bounce off + ideas ; parley.
Example: Cutter argued that when it could be established that the second term was definitely more significant then inversion of headings was acceptable.Example: The reader is left to debate the relative merits of such a format - obviously its applications are limited.Example: This review also illustrates some of the issues which cataloguers have discussed over the years, and demonstrates other solutions to standards in cataloguing than those embodied in modern cataloguing codes.Example: Let's try to talk this over calmly and coolly.Example: Ethical principles are called into play when deliberating about values, particularly when values run into conflict.Example: The report picks up on this as a surprising finding, suggesting implicitly that open access journals are lagging behind in this regard.Example: Furthermore, this example brings into discussion the concept of a more complex relationship between the human senses and water in architecture.Example: The men outnumbered us women and it was great to be able to chat to them about all kinds of subjects and bounce off ideas.Example: After parleying with the captain for a short time they took their departure, only to return, largely reinforced.more:
» debatir con Alguien = bounce + ideas off + Nombre .
Example: It was fantastic to have someone to bounce ideas off who has been there before.» debatir dilatadamente = discuss + Nombre + at (great) length .
Example: This article outlines a list of criteria for critical assessment and discusses at length the role of travel guides in public libraries.» debatir el impacto de algo = discuss + the impact of .
Example: This article discusses the impact of such trends as aging population, privatisation, and the paperless society on library facilities.» debatir en profundidad = discuss + Nombre + at (great) length .
Example: This article outlines a list of criteria for critical assessment and discusses at length the role of travel guides in public libraries.» debatir las consecuencias de algo = discuss + the implications of .
Example: This article discusses the serious implications of published research on price comparisons, especially when periodical prices are experiencing a meteoric rise.» debatitse entre... y/o... = hover between... and/or... .
Example: Goethe too hovers between the ideas of acquiring knowledge by proceeding from the whole to the parts or vice versa.» debatir sobre lo ocurrido = debrief .
Example: This article describes how the library developed a strategic disaster plan, staff training and implementation, and the role of debriefing following incidents.» debatir una cuestión = discuss + an idea ; discuss + an idea ; discuss + an issue .
Example: The research described in this chapter tends to show that many of the ideas regarding semantic and syntactic relationships discussed in this text are open to question. Example: The research described in this chapter tends to show that many of the ideas regarding semantic and syntactic relationships discussed in this text are open to question. Example: I think it would be useful to take just a few minutes to talk about how our institutions come into being, because I think it will help us to better understand the issues I want to discuss.» debatir una idea = toss around + an idea .
Example: The idea for this kind of program was tossed around in fits and starts.» debatir un problema = discuss + a problem .
Example: All SLIS heads co-operated willingly, discussing their problems, difficulties and achievements candidly and critically.» empezar a debatir = embark on/upon + a discussion .
Example: Before embarking on a discussion of the nature and future of the library catalog in the context of computer technology, we should quickly review the forces which have carried us to this threshold of the future.» estar debatiéndose = be under discussion .
Example: A proposal for an ISADN is under discussion within the IFLA Working Group on an International Authority System.» sin debatir = undiscussed .
Example: Its distortive influence on feminist research has so far remained undiscussed.