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débat

debate

noun day-BAH Rare

Usage Note

Débat ends in a silent -t. The plural débats also has a silent final consonant. Le grand débat is a familiar phrase in French political culture, referencing national consultations. The verb is débattre (on débat de la question — 'the question is being debated').

Examples

"Le débat télévisé commence à vingt heures."

Natural Translation

The televised debate starts at eight o'clock.

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