négocier /neɡosjˈe/ · verb · CEFR B2. French translation of "negotiate".

See also: Vocabulary entry (French) · Topic: French Réussite et Progrès

Source term
negotiate
Translation
négocier
CEFR Level
B2
Part of speech
verb
Image
Photo of négocier (French)

Pronunciation audio — Open the full phoneme overview

Listen to how "négocier" sounds in French.

Article, Gender & Forms

This verb is shown in its dictionary form.

Dictionary form négocier
Use note Use the form shown here as the lookup form.
How to use it in a sentence
Pattern
Subject + helper/modal + négocier
Examples
Nous devons souvent négocier.
Tip
Adjust endings and word order to match the full sentence.

Topic context

This word appears in the French Réussite et Progrès.

Example Sentences

Ils ont essayé de négocier un accord qui résoudra le problème équitablement.

English: They have been trying to negotiate a deal that will settle the issue fairly.

B2 · Achievement and Progress

Ils ont négocié un meilleur prix après une longue discussion.

English: They negotiated a better price after a long discussion.

B2 · Achievement and Progress

Les deux pays négocient un nouvel accord commercial.

English: The two countries are negotiating a new trade agreement.

B2 · Achievement and Progress

Elle a négocié avec succès avec plusieurs clients importants.

English: She has negotiated successfully with several major clients.

B2 · Achievement and Progress

Related vocabulary

Practice this in SmartWords

Move from lookup to repetition with guided vocabulary exercises, saved words, and CEFR-based lesson paths.

Keep exploring

Play SmartWords games

Six word games built around our real vocabulary — free in the browser, no install.

Open the game hub →
  • Word Sling illustration

    Word Sling

    Match the center word under time pressure and keep the combo alive.

    Play now →
  • Word Gate illustration

    Word Gate

    Fly through the correct gate before the speed ramps up.

    Play now →
  • Word Ninja illustration

    Word Ninja

    Slice the goal-language words, avoid the main-language decoy, and chase the announced bonus target.

    Play now →
  • Word Zip illustration

    Word Zip

    Trace a single path across the board, hit each letter anchor in order, and fill every open cell.

    Play now →
  • Word Oddity illustration

    Word Oddity

    Pick the word that doesn't belong from a topic-driven set — every tap reveals all four meanings and images so the round becomes a flash-card too.

    Play now →
  • Word Memory illustration

    Word Memory

    Flip and match goal-language words to their main-language meaning before your lives run out.

    Play now →