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IELTS word

negotiate

/nɪˈɡoʊʃiˌeɪt/verb

English definition

to discuss something in order to reach an agreement

Common phrases / collocations

  1. negotiate terms
  2. negotiate an agreement
  3. negotiate with someone

Example sentences

  1. 1.

    The owners negotiated a fair deal across the table.

  2. 2.

    Workers negotiated better conditions.

  3. 3.

    We need time to negotiate the price.

Visual learning

See the meaning

Two small-business owners discuss a shared proposal across a table and shake hands.
to discuss something in order to reach an agreement
1different needs
2shared agreement
discuss both sides→reach agreement