Debate Topics Generator

Practice debate with 705+ topics across 22 categories

Basic debate format with one speaker for each side

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This house believes that democracy is the best form of government
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How to Use

  • • Select a debate format (Pro/Con, Lincoln-Douglas, Parliamentary, etc.)
  • • Filter by topic type: Motions, Flip topics, or Policy Resolutions
  • • Choose your side and practice arguing that position
  • • Use the built-in timer with format-specific speech lengths
  • • Track your practice history to see your progress

Debate Formats Explained

Pro/Con (Simple)

Basic debate format with one speaker for each side

Sides: Pro vs Con
Lincoln-Douglas (LD)

One-on-one value debate format popular in high school

Sides: Affirmative vs Negative
Parliamentary (Parli)

British-style debate with government and opposition

Sides: Government vs Opposition
Policy (CX)

Team debate focused on specific policy proposals

Sides: Affirmative vs Negative
Public Forum (PF)

Accessible team debate on current events

Sides: Pro vs Con
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Lifestyle & Fun Debate Topics

Lifestyle debate topics are perfect for casual discussions, icebreakers, and fun debates. These flip topics present two choices and challenge you to argue for one side.

Popular Lifestyle Debate Topics

  • • City life or country life?
  • • Work to live or live to work?
  • • Travel or settle down?
  • • Early riser or night owl?
  • • Experiences or possessions?