disputar

disputar

To compete for or contend over something.

Here, 'disputar' plays the role of 'compete' or 'fight for', referring to engaging in a competition or contest.

Los equipos se preparan para disputar el campeonato.

The teams are preparing to compete in the championship.

In this case, 'disputar' means 'argue' or 'debate' over a matter, showing disagreement or discussion.

Ellos comenzaron a disputar sobre quién tiene la razón.

They began to argue about who is right.

Here, 'disputar' conveys the idea of actively engaging in a discussion or debate, though they chose not to.

A pesar de sus diferencias, no quisieron disputar ese tema.

Despite their differences, they did not want to dispute that matter.