Definition
探讨 (tàntǎo) means 'to discuss in depth' or 'to explore (a topic, issue)' — it emphasizes structured, analytical conversation aimed at deeper understanding. Compared to 讨论 (tǎolùn, general discussion), 探讨 is more formal and thorough; compared to 探索 (tànsuǒ, to explore in a broad sense), 探讨 focuses on intellectual or academic exchange rather than physical or systematic discovery.
verb
to discuss in depthto explore (a topic, issue, etc.)
Examples
- 探讨。Zhuānjiāmen zhèngzài tàn tǎo qìhòu biànhuà de yǐngxiǎng.The experts are exploring the impact of climate change.
- 探讨。Zhège wèntí hái xūyào jìnyíbù tàn tǎo.This issue still needs further discussion.
- 探讨。Wǒmen zài huìyì shàng tàn tǎo le xīn de hézuò fāng'àn.We discussed the new cooperation plan at the meeting.
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