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discutir doesn’t mean “to discuss

It actually means to argue, to have a heated exchange.

The trap

Telling your colleague 'tenemos que discutir esto' isn't a calm meeting invite — it sounds like you're spoiling for a fight.

Example

Mis padres siempre discuten por dinero.

My parents always argue about money.

So how do you say “to discuss” in Spanish?

Use conversar, hablar de.

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