väittelee

väittelee is a Finnish verb. It translates to "argues," "debates," or "contends" in English. The verb describes the act of engaging in a discussion where differing opinions or viewpoints are presented and defended. It can imply a formal debate, a casual disagreement, or a more assertive assertion of a point of view. The conjugation of väittelee follows standard Finnish verb patterns. For instance, in the present tense, the first-person singular is "minä väittelen" (I argue), and the third-person plural is "he väittelevät" (they argue). The verb is often used in contexts involving intellectual discussion, academic settings, or interpersonal disagreements. It is a common verb in everyday Finnish conversation and literature, reflecting the human tendency to engage in discourse and exchange ideas, sometimes in a confrontational manner.