Discutarea

Discutarea is a Romanian noun that refers to the act or process of discussing a topic. It denotes the act of engaging in discussion, often in formal or professional contexts, rather than a single instance of conversation.

The term is formed from the verb a discuta (to discuss) with the suffix -are, yielding a nominal form that can take the definite article in continuous use. In standard Romanian, discussarea (without prefix) and discutarea both convey the idea of discussing, with discutarea typically used in contexts emphasizing the process.

Usage and nuance

Discutarea is commonly found in academic, administrative, or legislative language. It is used to talk about the examination or consideration of issues, data, or plans. It can express planning or deliberation about topics such as research findings, proposals, or procedures. It is distinguishable from discuție, which more often means a single instance of discussion or a conversation, whereas discutarea emphasizes the ongoing act or the act as a topic itself.

Synonyms and related terms include discuție, dezbatere, and analiză, though each carries a slightly different nuance in Romanian. In sentences, discutarea of a subject is typically paired with verbs like a lua în discuție or a se ocupa de discutarea unui plan, highlighting the formal handling of the matter.

Examples

Discutarea rezultatelor cercetării a durat două ore. În cadrul întâlnirii s-a propus discutarea planului de lucru. Discutarea problemelor ridicate de proiect este esențială pentru progres.

See also

Discuție, dezbatere, analiză, discuție în comisie.