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negotiation

[/nɪˌɡoʊʃiˈeɪʃən/]
nounfemininepl: negotiations / negociações
negociação
1. discussion aimed at reaching an agreement
The negotiation between the two companies lasted three weeks.
A negociação entre as duas empresas durou três semanas.
2. the process of bargaining or discussing terms
Salary negotiation is an important part of the hiring process.
A negociação salarial é uma parte importante do processo de contratação.
3. the act of successfully dealing with or handling a difficult situation
The skillful negotiation of the crisis prevented disaster.
A negociação hábil da crise evitou o desastre.
Synonyms
discussionbargainingtalksdialogueparley
Antonyms
confrontationconflictdispute

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
negociação
most common term used in business and diplomatic contexts
São Paulo
negociação
standard usage in commercial and business settings
Portugal
negociação
formal and standard term in European Portuguese

Related Idioms & Phrases

back to the negotiating table
negotiation is a two-way street
come to the negotiating table
voltar à mesa de negociações
negociação é uma via de mão dupla
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