Also means
to quarrel
Usage Note
Pelear means to fight physically or to quarrel, and the reflexive pelearse specifically means to have a falling-out with someone: se pelearon por dinero ('they fell out over money'). Contrast with luchar (to struggle/wrestle, more formal or heroic) and discutir (to argue verbally). Pelea (fight, brawl) is the noun. In sports contexts, pelear is used for boxing matches (pelear por el título, 'to fight for the title').
Examples
"Los niños no deben pelear en el colegio."
Natural Translation
Children should not fight at school.
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