Consens (en. Consensus)

[kɔ̃.sɑ̃]

Meaning & Definition

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noun

Agreement among several parties to make a joint decision.

The consensus was necessary to move forward with the project.

Le consens était nécessaire pour avancer dans le projet.

A position shared by a group.

Consensus was reached after lengthy discussions.

Le consens a été atteint après de longues discussions.

From Latin 'consensus', which means agreement or consent.

general consensus

Collective agreement among all members of a group.

consens général

reach a consensus

To reach an agreement between the different parties.

atteindre un consens

mutual consent

Reciprocal agreement between two or more parties.

consens mutuel

consensus

General agreement within a group, often used in formal or legal contexts.

consensus

consent

Voluntary agreement given by a person, particularly in legal matters.

consentement

State of agreement often used informally.

We have a consensus about going out tonight.

On a un consens sur le fait de sortir ce soir.

Implicit agreement without extensive discussion.

It's a tacit consensus, we don't even discuss it.

C'est un consens tacite, on n'en parle même pas.