La négociation
Example: La négociation entre les deux entreprises a duré plusieurs heures.
Definition
"La négociation" refers to the process in management where two or more parties engage in discussions to reach a mutually acceptable agreement. It involves communication, compromise, and strategic interaction, as illustrated by the phrase, "La négociation entre les deux entreprises a duré plusieurs heures."
Etymology
The word "la négociation" comes from the French verb "négocier," which itself originates from the Latin "negotiari," meaning to carry on business. Did you know that "negotiari" is derived from "neg-" meaning 'not' and "otium" meaning 'leisure,' implying business as the opposite of leisure?
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"La négociation" appears in the Vocaplus list "French - Management - (A1-C2) - set 1", containing 108 commonly used words.
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