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How to pronounce discussed

verbB1Very common word
dihsKUHST

/dɪsˈkʰəst̚/

2 syllables · Stress the second syllable.

Form of discuss

Talked about something with another person or group, especially to share ideas or make a decision.

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Meanings & examples

past and past participle

Talked about something with another person or group, especially to share ideas or make a decision.

They discussed the new project at length.

The budget was discussed at the meeting.

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Use “discussed the problem,” not “discussed about the problem.”

past and past participle

Gave information or opinions about a subject in speech or writing.

The article discussed ways to reduce stress.

The causes were discussed in the report.

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