Spanish word

negociar

Pronunciation

IPA/neɣoˈθjaɾ/

Meaning

  • verbnegotiate

Example

Tenemos que negociar el contrato.

We have to negotiate the contract.

Illustration for negociar (negotiate)

More examples

No es fácil negociar precios sin preparación.

It is not easy to negotiate prices without preparation.

Core concept

Two people offering concessions toward a middle ground.

Common phrases

  • negociar precios

    negotiate prices

  • negociar condiciones

    negotiate terms

Similar words

acordar: Reaches agreement on terms or arrangements among the parties.
tratar: Discusses a matter to determine how to deal with it.
transigir: Yields part of demands to accept the other side's terms.
regatear: Haggles over price to obtain a lower cost.

Definition in Spanish

Dialogar con otra parte para ajustar términos y alcanzar un acuerdo mediante propuestas y concesiones.

Word origin

Derived from Latin negōtium "business" and medieval Latin negociāre "to carry on business", negociar emphasizes bargaining and adjusting terms to reach an agreement.

Usage tips

  • Negociar appears in both formal business language and casual bargaining, and it usually implies proposals and concessions rather than mere conversation.

Other meanings

  • hold business talksverb
  • tradeverb

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