Grammar fix
discuss issues
talk about problems
To talk with someone about problems or difficult topics, often to find a solution or understand each other better.
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Hear it in context
Notice where the phrase sounds natural.
It's important for couples to discuss issues openly to avoid misunderstandings.
In my opinion, schools should encourage students to discuss issues such as bullying, so they can find solutions together.
Fix the pattern
One small grammar move makes it sound right.
Not: We discussed about the issues.
Say: We discussed the issues.
'Discuss' takes the object directly — no 'about'.
Which sounds natural?
Tap the one a native speaker would say.
'Convened to deliberate outstanding matters' is bureaucratic; 'meet to discuss the issues' is natural.
Build natural chunks
Words that usually travel with it.
discuss issues
- key
- important
- openly
- the main