Cool MateMeaning of Confer
In simple words: To discuss something with others to make a decision.
Confer in a sentence
How to use Confer
Used in academic or professional contexts. Considered more formal than 'talk' or 'discuss', and may not be appropriate in casual conversations.
Grammar pattern
confer + object
Memory hint
Sounds like 'con-fur'; imagine furs being discussed at an important meeting.
Related words
Collocations with Confer
- confer a degree
- confer with colleagues
- confer authority
- confer benefits
- confer about a decision
Synonyms for Confer
Opposites of Confer
- withdraw
- withhold
Common mistakes with Confer
- Confused with 'conference'; they are related but have different meanings.
- Using 'confer' without an object, which sounds incomplete.
- Incorrectly using 'confer' in informal situations.
Compare Confer with Discuss, Consult, Debate, Negotiate, Deliberate
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Confer in other languages
- Arabicالعربية
يتشاور، يمنح
للتحدث عن شيء مع الآخرين لاتخاذ قرار.
- Bengaliবাংলা
আলোচনা করা, প্রদান করা
সিদ্ধান্ত নেওয়ার জন্য অন্যদের সাথে আলোচনা করা।
- GermanDeutsch
Confer
Etwas mit anderen besprechen, um eine Entscheidung zu treffen.
- SpanishEspañol
Conferir
Discutir algo con otros para tomar una decisión.
- Persianفارسی
مشورت کردن، اعطا کردن
برای بحث درباره چیزی با دیگران به منظور اتخاذ تصمیم.
- FrenchFrançais
Conférer
Discuter de quelque chose avec d'autres pour prendre une décision.
- Hindiहिन्दी
सलाह-मशविरा करना
निर्णय लेने के लिए दूसरों के साथ किसी बात पर चर्चा करना।
- ItalianItaliano
Conferire
Discutere qualcosa con altri per prendere una decisione.
- PortuguesePortuguês
Conferir, Discutir
Discutir algo com outras pessoas para tomar uma decisão.
- RussianРусский
Confer
Обсудить что-то с другими, чтобы принять решение.
- Urduاردو
مشورہ کرنا، عطا کرنا
فیصلہ کرنے کے لیے دوسروں کے ساتھ کسی معاملے پر بات چیت کرنا۔
- Chinese中文
商讨，授予
与他人讨论某事以做出决定。
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Frequently asked questions about Confer
What does Confer mean?
To discuss something with others to make a decision.
What is the definition of Confer?
to discuss something with somebody, in order to exchange opinions or get advice
How do you use Confer in a sentence?
He wanted to confer with his colleagues before reaching a decision.
Can you give another example of Confer?
An honorary degree was conferred on him by Oxford University in 2019.
What are synonyms for Confer?
Common alternatives include discuss, consult, debate, negotiate, deliberate.
What is the opposite of Confer?
Opposite meanings include withdraw, withhold.
What words go with Confer?
It commonly pairs with confer a degree, confer with colleagues, confer authority, confer benefits, confer about a decision.
What are common mistakes when using Confer?
Confused with 'conference'; they are related but have different meanings. Using 'confer' without an object, which sounds incomplete. Incorrectly using 'confer' in informal situations.
How do you pronounce Confer?
US: /["/kənˈfɜːr/","/kənˈfɜːrz/","/kənˈfɜːrd/","/kənˈfɜːrɪŋ/"]/, UK: /["/kənˈfɜː(r)/","/kənˈfɜːz/","/kənˈfɜːd/","/kənˈfɜːrɪŋ/"]/. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.
Is Confer formal or informal?
"Confer" is formal, so it fits professional, business, or academic conversations.
When should I use Confer?
Used in academic or professional contexts. Considered more formal than 'talk' or 'discuss', and may not be appropriate in casual conversations.
What CEFR level is Confer?
"Confer" is at C1 level on the CEFR scale.