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Negotiate: meaning, definitions and examples

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negotiate

 

[ nɪˈɡəʊʃɪeɪt ]

Verb
Context #1 | Verb

business

Discuss something formally in order to reach an agreement. Negotiating involves compromise and communication skills.

Synonyms

bargain, deal with, haggle, haggle over

Examples of usage

  • The two companies are negotiating a merger deal.
  • She is negotiating her salary with her new employer.
  • We need to negotiate the terms of the contract.
Context #2 | Verb

diplomacy

Engage in discussions to reach an agreement, especially in international relations.

Synonyms

discuss, settle, talk over, work out

Examples of usage

  • The diplomats are negotiating a peace treaty.
  • The countries have been negotiating for months to resolve the conflict.

Translations

Translations of the word "negotiate" in other languages:

🇵🇹 negociar

🇮🇳 बातचीत करना

🇩🇪 verhandeln

🇮🇩 menegosiasikan

🇺🇦 переговорити

🇵🇱 negocjować

🇯🇵 交渉する

🇫🇷 négocier

🇪🇸 negociar

🇹🇷 müzakere etmek

🇰🇷 협상하다

🇸🇦 تفاوض

🇨🇿 jednat

🇸🇰 rokovať

🇨🇳 谈判

🇸🇮 pogajati se

🇮🇸 semja

🇰🇿 келіссөздер жүргізу

🇬🇪 მოლაპარაკება

🇦🇿 danışmaq

🇲🇽 negociar

Etymology

The word 'negotiate' comes from the Latin word 'negotiatus', which means 'to carry on business'. It was first recorded in English in the mid-16th century. The concept of negotiation has been crucial in human interactions throughout history, from trade agreements to peace treaties. Negotiation skills are highly valued in various fields, including business, diplomacy, and personal relationships.

Word Frequency Rank

At #6,260 in frequency, this word belongs to advanced vocabulary. It's less common than core vocabulary but important for sophisticated expression.