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けんけんがくがく (kenken-gakugaku)
喧々諤々

heated debate; vigorous discussion; clamorous argument

💡 Nuance & Usage: Used to describe a situation where many people are expressing their opinions loudly and frankly, often leading to a heated discussion or argument. It emphasizes the open and unreserved nature of the debate. 多くの人が率直に意見を述べ合い、議論が活発に行われる様子を表します。

📝 Example Sentences

予算案について、会議室では喧々諤々の議論が交わされた。
A heated debate took place in the conference room regarding the budget proposal.

Practice Quiz

Test your understanding of "喧々諤々"!

その問題については、会議で_______の議論が続いた。
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日本語: 「議論が続く」状況で、活発で率直な意見のぶつかり合いを表すのは「喧々諤々」です。
English: "喧々諤々" describes a situation where a lively and frank exchange of opinions continues during a discussion.
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