B2verb 2K

Negotiate

🇬🇧 UK /["/nɪˈɡəʊʃieɪt/","/nɪˈɡəʊʃieɪts/","/nɪˈɡəʊʃieɪtɪd/","/nɪˈɡəʊʃieɪtɪŋ/"]/ 🇺🇸 US /["/nɪˈɡəʊʃieɪt/","/nɪˈɡəʊʃieɪts/","/nɪˈɡəʊʃieɪtɪd/","/nɪˈɡəʊʃieɪtɪŋ/"]/

Meaning of Negotiate

to try to reach an agreement by formal discussion

In simple words: To discuss and come to an agreement.

Negotiate in a sentence

• They had to negotiate a better contract with the suppliers to reduce costs.
• The diplomat negotiated for peace between the two conflicting countries.
• We negotiated the terms of the deal until both sides were satisfied.
• He tried to negotiate a lower price on the used car he wanted to buy.
• It took hours to negotiate the complex dispute between the employees and management.
• To negotiate the narrow mountain pass, drivers must be extremely careful and skilled.
• She negotiated the rough waters of the river with remarkable agility.

How to use Negotiate

Use 'negotiate' in professional contexts such as business deals or contracts. It's less common in casual conversations. Avoid using it for informal arrangements.

Grammar pattern

negotiate + object

Memory hint

Think of 'negotiation' as a 'knot' that needs to be untangled through discussion.

Related words

Collocations with Negotiate

• carefully
• successfully
• effectively
• be able to
• be prepared to
• be willing to
• between
• for
• on
• carefully
• successfully
• effectively
• be able to
• be prepared to
• be willing to
• between
• for
• on
• easily
• safely
• successfully
• be difficult to

Synonyms for Negotiate

• bargain
• discuss
• mediate
• arrange
• settle

Opposites of Negotiate

• disagree
• refuse
• settle

Common mistakes with Negotiate

• Confusing with 'mediate' which means to help others reach an agreement.
• Using it without an object; always negotiate something.
• Mixing up with 'haggle' which refers to negotiating prices specifically.

Frequently asked questions about Negotiate

What does Negotiate mean?

To discuss and come to an agreement.

What is the definition of Negotiate?

to try to reach an agreement by formal discussion

How do you use Negotiate in a sentence?

They had to negotiate a better contract with the suppliers to reduce costs.

Can you give another example of Negotiate?

The diplomat negotiated for peace between the two conflicting countries.

What are synonyms for Negotiate?

Common alternatives include bargain, discuss, mediate, arrange, settle.

What is the opposite of Negotiate?

Opposite meanings include disagree, refuse, settle.

What words go with Negotiate?

It commonly pairs with carefully, successfully, effectively, be able to, be prepared to, be willing to, between, for, on, carefully, successfully, effectively, be able to, be prepared to, be willing to, between, for, on, easily, safely, successfully, be difficult to.

What are common mistakes when using Negotiate?

Confusing with 'mediate' which means to help others reach an agreement. Using it without an object; always negotiate something. Mixing up with 'haggle' which refers to negotiating prices specifically.

How do you pronounce Negotiate?

US: /["/nɪˈɡəʊʃieɪt/","/nɪˈɡəʊʃieɪts/","/nɪˈɡəʊʃieɪtɪd/","/nɪˈɡəʊʃieɪtɪŋ/"]/, UK: /["/nɪˈɡəʊʃieɪt/","/nɪˈɡəʊʃieɪts/","/nɪˈɡəʊʃieɪtɪd/","/nɪˈɡəʊʃieɪtɪŋ/"]/. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use Negotiate?

Use 'negotiate' in professional contexts such as business deals or contracts. It's less common in casual conversations. Avoid using it for informal arrangements.

What CEFR level is Negotiate?

"Negotiate" is at B2 level on the CEFR scale.