gerund or present participle
Speaking angrily with someone because you disagree.
I heard my parents arguing last night.
The students were arguing about the answer.
American English
How to pronounce arguing
verbB1Common word
AHRgyooihng
/ˈɑɹ.gju.ɪŋ/
3 syllables · Stress the first syllable.
Form of argue
Speaking angrily with someone because you disagree.
Practice out loudMeanings & examples
gerund or present participle
Giving reasons for or against an idea, plan, or opinion.
She was arguing that the plan would save money.
The lawyer is arguing for a shorter sentence.
Useful expressions
to give reasons to show that your position is right
She argued her case clearly.
Related words & forms
The final e disappears before -ing: arguing, not argueing.