German Conversation · Level 51
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German word
Verhandlung
Pronunciation
IPA/fɛɐ̯ˈhandlʊŋ/
Meaning
- feminine nounnegotiation
Example
Wir führen Verhandlungen mit dem Lieferanten.
We are negotiating with the supplier.
More examples
Die Parteien sind noch in Verhandlungen.
The parties are still in negotiations.
Core concept
A formal exchange of demands, proposals, and counteroffers gradually narrows the distance between opposing sides.
Common phrases
in Verhandlungen sein
be in negotiations
Verhandlungen führen
conduct negotiations
Verhandlungen abschließen
conclude negotiations
Similar words
Gespräch: A normal verbal exchange of thoughts, facts, or information.
Besprechung: A meeting at work to coordinate plans and make decisions.
Diskussion: A reasoned exchange of different opinions on an issue.
Einigung: A mutually accepted agreement reached by the parties involved.
Definition in German
Vorgang, bei dem Parteien über Bedingungen, Forderungen oder Lösungen sprechen und versuchen, eine Einigung zu erreichen.
Word origin
Verhandlung is derived from the verb verhandeln, which combines ver- with handeln, 'to deal or act', for dealing with a matter through discussion.
Usage tips
- In legal contexts, Verhandlung can mean a court hearing, so the best English translation depends on whether terms are being settled or a case is being heard.
Other meanings
- hearingnoun
- discussionnoun
Related words
- verhandelnnegotiateverb
- Verhandlungspartnernegotiating partnernoun
- verhandelbarnegotiableadjective