論じる

• Reading: ろんじる
• Romaji: ronjiru
• Kanji breakdown: 論 (ron) — to discuss, theory, argument
• Pronunciation: /ɾoɴ.dʑi.ɾɯ/

Meaning

To discuss; to argue; to debate. Used for intellectual or academic discussion of topics.

A Group 2 (ichidan) verb conjugated by dropping る. A formal verb used primarily in academic, political, and intellectual contexts. Implies structured argument rather than casual conversation. Related to 議論 (discussion/debate) and 論文 (thesis/paper). Also written as 論ずる in older Japanese.

Examples

1. 授業で環境問題について論じた。 We discussed environmental issues in class.
2. この問題を今論じる必要はない。 There's no need to debate this issue right now.
3. 専門家たちが経済の未来を論じている。 Experts are debating the future of the economy.

Usage Guide

Context: academic, politics, media

Tone: intellectual

Origin & History

The kanji 論 combines 言 (speech) and 侖 (order/logic), meaning to discuss in an ordered, logical manner.

Cultural Context

Era: Classical

Generation: All ages

Social background: Educated