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debate informal

[dɪˈbeɪt ɪnˈfɔːrməl]
nounpl: informal debates
debate informal
1. A casual, unstructured discussion or argument between people on a topic, without formal rules or procedures
We had an informal debate about the best pizza toppings at lunch.
Tivemos um debate informal sobre os melhores acompanhamentos de pizza no almoço.
2. A conversational exchange of differing viewpoints that is more relaxed than an official debate
The informal debate between the two colleagues revealed interesting perspectives on the project.
O debate informal entre os dois colegas revelou perspectivas interessantes sobre o projeto.
NYC Slang
shootin' the breeze / back-and-forth
Synonyms
discussionconversationargumentcasual debatefriendly argument
Antonyms
formal debatestructured debateofficial debate

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
debate informal
Commonly used in casual educational and social contexts
São Paulo
debate informal / discussão descontraída
Both terms are used interchangeably in urban areas
Portugal
debate informal / conversa de café
'Conversa de café' is a colloquial expression for casual discussion

Related Idioms & Phrases

have a heated debate
debate the finer points
agree to disagree
friendly argument
shoot the breeze
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