French Conversation · Level 9
88 words
French word
deal
Pronunciation
IPA/dil/
Meaning
- masculine noundeal
Example
On a fait un bon deal hier.
We struck a good deal yesterday.
More examples
Nous avons signé un deal hier soir.
We signed a deal last night.
Core concept
Two sides agree on terms, then exchange value in a negotiated transaction.
Common phrases
faire un deal
make a deal
conclure un deal
close a deal
signer un deal
sign a deal
Similar words
accord: An agreement reached when two or more parties accept the same terms.
contrat: A written agreement that sets terms and carries legal force.
transaction: A commercial transaction involving the actual transfer of money or goods.
échange: A mutual exchange of goods or services for other goods or services.
Definition in French
Accord, souvent familier, par lequel deux parties conviennent d'un échange ou d'une transaction.
Word origin
French deal is a modern borrowing from English, whose sense developed from Old English dǣl, meaning a part or share.
Usage tips
- Deal is familiar and conversational in French, while conclure un accord is more formal.