Japanese Conversation · Level 127
60 words
Japanese word
交渉
Pronunciation
Romajikōshō
Meaning
- nounnegotiation
Example
会社と交渉を始めます。kai sha to kō shō o haji me ma su
I will start negotiations with the company.
More examples
条件について交渉しています。jō ken ni tsu i te kō shō shi te i ma su
We are negotiating the terms.
Core concept
It centers on two sides discussing terms and adjusting their positions to reach an agreement.
Common phrases
交渉を始めるkō shō o haji me ru
start negotiations
交渉に入るkō shō ni hai ru
enter negotiations
交渉を続けるkō shō o tsuzu ke ru
continue negotiations
Similar words
話し合いhanashiai: A discussion in which parties share views and work toward a solution.
Definition in Japanese
相手と条件や内容を話し合い、合意を目指すこと。ai te to jō ken ya nai yō o hana shi a i gō i o me za su ko to
Word origin
交渉 (kōshō) is a Sino-Japanese compound of 交 (kō, "exchange") and 渉 (shō, "crossing or involvement"), expressing an exchange between parties.
Usage tips
- The word applies beyond international diplomacy to discussions between companies, customers, or other parties about prices, contracts, schedules, or working conditions.
Other meanings
- bargainingnoun
- talksnoun
Related words
- 交渉力kōshōryokunegotiating abilitynoun
- 交渉人kōshōninnegotiatornoun