debate longo

[deh-BAH-teh LONG-goh]
noun phrasemasculinepl: debates longos
long debate; lengthy discussion
1. An extended discussion or argument between two or more people about a particular topic, often involving multiple perspectives and lasting considerable time
The parliament held a long debate about the new tax reform that lasted several hours.
O parlamento realizou um debate longo sobre a reforma tributária que durou várias horas.
2. A prolonged disagreement or controversy that develops over time with ongoing discussion
There has been a long debate in the academic community about the validity of this theory.
Há um debate longo na comunidade acadêmica sobre a validade dessa teoria.
In Brazilian political and academic contexts, 'debate longo' is commonly used to describe extended parliamentary discussions, televised political debates, and intellectual exchanges. These debates are often highly valued as democratic exercises and public discourse. The phrase carries connotations of thorough examination and serious engagement with complex issues.
NYC Slang
lengthy beef; extended back-and-forth
Synonyms / Sinônimos
discussão longadiscussão prolongadapolêmica prolongadacontrovérsiadisputa longa
Antonyms / Antônimos
debate brevediscussão rápidaconsenso imediato

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
debate longo
Standard usage throughout Brazil
Rio de Janeiro
debate longo
Common in political and media contexts
São Paulo
debate longo
Frequently used in business and legislative settings
Portugal
debate prolongado
Slightly more common in Portugal; both terms understood

Related Words

argumentodiscussãocontrovérsiadiálogopolêmicadeliberação

Related Idioms & Phrases

entrar em um debate longo
sair de um debate longo
prolongar um debate
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