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argument

English translation of argument

dispute

In French, 'argument' is translated as 'dispute'. It is used in the context of a discussion or debate where there are differences in opinion. Like in English, it is commonly used in both formal, such as legal or academic situations, and informal daily communication.


Example sentences using: argument

Il a présenté un argument convaincant.

English translation of Il a présenté un argument convaincant.

He presented a convincing argument.

This sentence indicates someone presenting a strong case for something, using the term 'argument' to suggest a collection of reasons or evidence.

Nous avons eu un argument hier soir.

English translation of Nous avons eu un argument hier soir.

We had an argument last night.

This sentence implies a disagreement or conflict, often verbal, between two or more parties. The 'argument' in this context implies a dispute.

Son argument ne tient pas la route.

English translation of Son argument ne tient pas la route.

His argument does not hold water.

A French phrase that implies the unsoundness of someone's argument. It is used to indicate an argument that is not convincing or logically correct.

J'ai perdu l'argument.

English translation of J'ai perdu l'argument.

I lost the argument.

This sentence is used to express a defeat in a debate or dispute. 'Argument' here refers to a disagreement or contention in a discussion.

Elle ne pourrait pas soutenir son argument.

English translation of Elle ne pourrait pas soutenir son argument.

She could not support her argument.

In this sentence, 'argument' is used to denote a point or series of points made by someone in a discussion. Lack of support suggests failure to provide enough evidence or logical justification.

Ton argument est irrecevable.

English translation of Ton argument est irrecevable.

Your argument is inadmissible.

This phrasing is used when an argument isn't acceptable or valid, often due to lack of proof or violation of certain rules or norms of a discussion.

Je n'étais pas d'accord avec son argument.

English translation of Je n'étais pas d'accord avec son argument.

I didn't agree with his argument.

This sentence communicates disagreement or opposition to someone's point of view in a discussion. 'Argument' refers to the respective person's position or reasoning.

L'argument principal du livre est controversé.

English translation of L'argument principal du livre est controversé.

The main argument of the book is controversial.

This sentence uses 'argument' to refer to the main point or theme of a book, which is causing controversy or sparking debates.

Il s'est effondré sous le poids de l'argument.

English translation of Il s'est effondré sous le poids de l'argument.

He collapsed under the weight of the argument.

This French phrase metaphorically uses 'argument' to describe an intense or heavy conversation that emotionally or mentally overpowered someone.

Votre argument est basé sur des suppositions.

English translation of Votre argument est basé sur des suppositions.

Your argument is based on assumptions.

This sentence is indicating that someone's argument or viewpoint is not grounded in facts, but based on unverified assumptions.

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