German word

einigen

Pronunciation

IPA/ˈaɪ̯nɪgən/

Meaning

  • verbagree

Example

Wir einigen uns auf einen Termin.

We agree on a date.

Illustration for einigen (agree)

More examples

Nach kurzem Gespräch konnten sich beide Parteien einigen.

After a brief discussion, both parties were able to agree.

Core concept

People close a gap between their positions by finding terms both can accept.

Common phrases

  • sich einigen auf einen Termin

    agree on a date

  • sich einigen mit dem Team

    agree with the team

  • sich einigen über die Bedingungen

    agree on the terms

Similar words

zustimmen: Express acceptance of a proposal or opinion.
vereinbaren: Agree on a date, conditions, or other specific terms.
abmachen: Make an informal spoken arrangement about what will happen.

Definition in German

Durch Absprachen oder Kompromisse Unterschiede ausräumen und eine Einigung herstellen

Word origin

The verb comes from the adjective einig, which developed from German ein, meaning one, and describes the act of making parties united in their view.

Usage tips

  • Sich einigen often translates as reach an agreement or compromise, whereas zustimmen usually means agree with a proposal or opinion.

Other meanings

  • compromiseverb

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