Haggle: meaning, definitions and examples
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haggle
[ ˈhæɡəl ]
negotiating price
To haggle means to negotiate the terms of a transaction, typically the price of an item. It involves back-and-forth discussions in an attempt to reach a mutually acceptable agreement. Haggling often takes place in markets, bazaars, and other settings where prices are not fixed.
Synonyms
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| Word | Description / Examples |
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| haggle |
To argue about the price of something in order to get a lower price. Typically used in markets or informal settings.
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| bargain |
To discuss the terms and conditions to reach a mutual agreement, usually in a more formal or commercial setting. Can also refer to finding a good deal.
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| negotiate |
To discuss and reach an agreement on something through formal discussion, often used in business, politics, or legal contexts.
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| hondle |
A term that specifically refers to negotiating, often with a connotation of sharp or excessive bargaining. Commonly used in the context of Jewish culture and Yiddish language.
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Examples of usage
- Sarah decided to haggle with the vendor over the price of the rug.
- The tourists spent hours haggling with the shopkeeper for souvenirs.
Translations
Translations of the word "haggle" in other languages:
🇵🇹 barganhar
🇮🇳 मोलभाव करना
🇩🇪 feilschen
🇮🇩 menawar
🇺🇦 торгуватися
🇵🇱 targować się
🇯🇵 交渉する (こうしょうする)
🇫🇷 marchander
🇪🇸 regatear
🇹🇷 pazarlık yapmak
🇰🇷 흥정하다
🇸🇦 ساوم
🇨🇿 smlouvat
🇸🇰 zjednávať
🇨🇳 讨价还价 (tǎojiàhuánjià)
🇸🇮 pogajati se
🇮🇸 prútta
🇰🇿 саудаласу
🇬🇪 ვაჭრობა
🇦🇿 bazarlıq etmək
🇲🇽 regatear
Etymology
The word 'haggle' originated in the late 16th century from the Middle English word 'haggen', which meant 'to hack' or 'to chop'. It evolved to mean 'to argue' or 'to wrangle', eventually settling on its current meaning of negotiating a price. The practice of haggling has been common throughout history in various cultures, especially in markets and trading scenarios.
See also: hag.