Negociar
Example: Los países deben negociar para evitar conflictos históricos graves.
Definition
"Negociar" means to discuss and arrange terms or agreements between parties, especially to resolve conflicts or reach compromises. It involves communication and bargaining to achieve mutually acceptable outcomes, often in contexts such as politics, business, or historical disputes.
Etymology
The word "negociar" comes from the Latin verb 'negotiari,' which means 'to carry on business' or 'to manage affairs.' It is derived from 'negotium,' meaning 'business' or 'occupation,' combining 'nec' (not) and 'otium' (leisure), implying 'not at leisure.' Did you know? This reflects how negotiating was originally seen as serious work rather than a casual activity.
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"Negociar" appears in the Vocaplus list "Spanish - History - (B1) - set 1", containing 204 commonly used words.
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