Example: Mehrere Vorschläge stehen heute zur Debatte im Meeting.
Definition
"Zur Debatte stehen" means that something is open for discussion or consideration, typically in a formal or group setting. It indicates that several proposals or ideas are presented and are being evaluated or debated by participants, as in the example: 'Several proposals stand today zur Debatte in the meeting.'
Translations
be under discussion
estar en debate
ter discussie staan
estar en debat
être en discussion
Etymology
The phrase "zur Debatte stehen" originates from the German language, where "Debatte" means debate or discussion, borrowed from the Latin 'debattere', meaning to fight or discuss. The expression literally translates to 'stand for debate,' implying that a topic is up for discussion or examination. Did you know? The word 'debate' in English shares the same Latin root and also involves formal argumentation.
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be under discussion