quarrel
word
/ˈkwɔɹəɫ/
KWOR-uhl
/kwˈɒɹəl/
KWO-ruhl
Definition
A quarrel is an angry argument or disagreement between people, often about something unimportant.
Usage & Nuances
"Quarrel" is a bit formal and old-fashioned in spoken English. Common alternatives are "argument" or "fight" (informal). Often used with "have a quarrel" or "quarrel with someone". Less intense than "fight" but more serious than "disagreement".
Spanish: pelea - discusiónPortuguese (BR): briga - discussãoPortuguese (PT): zanga - discussãoChinese (Simplified): 争吵 - 口角Chinese (Traditional): 爭吵 - 口角Hindi: झगड़ा - विवादArabic: شجار - جدالBengali: ঝগড়া - কথা কাটাকাটিRussian: ссора - перебранкаJapanese: 口論 - けんか（軽いもの）Vietnamese: cãi vã - tranh cãiKorean: 말다툼 - 다툼Turkish: tartışma - kavga (hafif)Urdu: جھگڑا - تکرارIndonesian: pertengkaran - cekcok
Example Sentences
The two boys had a quarrel over the toy.
basic
Sarah and her sister quarrel sometimes, but they make up quickly.
basic
My parents don't quarrel in front of me.
basic
They had a big quarrel last night and aren't speaking now.
natural
It's normal for friends to quarrel, but it's important to forgive each other.
natural
We shouldn't quarrel over little things all the time.
natural