Entendons-nous (en. Let's hear each other)

/ɑ̃.tɑ̃.dɔ̃.nuz/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishFrench
verb
To express the willingness to reach an agreement or mutual understanding.
Let's agree on the terms of the contract.
Entendons-nous sur les termes du contrat.
To check if opinions or viewpoints are similar.
Before we start, let's agree on the project's objectives.
Avant de commencer, entendons-nous sur les objectifs du projet.
To mean that one agrees.
Let’s be clear, we need to act quickly.
Entendons-nous bien, nous devons agir rapidement.

Etymology

Composed of the verb 'entendre' and the reflexive pronoun 'nous'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

let's agree on something
We need to reach a consensus on a topic.
entendons-nous sur quelque chose
if we do not agree
If our opinions differ.
si nous ne nous entendons pas
let's be clear
Let’s be clear and agree on this point.
entendons-nous bien

Related Words

hear
To perceive or hear a sound.
entendre
understanding
Mutual agreement or understanding.
entente
agreement
Consent or unanimity on a point.
accord

Slang Meanings

Alright or no complaints.
Let's agree, I'm with you on this one.
Entendons-nous, je suis avec toi sur ce coup.
To understand and accept.
Let's agree, there’s no problem.
Entendons-nous, il n'y a pas de problème.