Acuerdan (en. They agree)

/a.kwɛɾ.ˈðan/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
verb
To produce an agreement or convention between two or more parties.
Countries agree to collaborate on environmental issues.
Los países acuerdan colaborar en temas medioambientales.
To remember something jointly.
They agree that the event will be at three o'clock.
Ellos acuerdan que el evento será a las tres.
To decide to do something in common.
They agree to visit each other during the holidays.
Ellos acuerdan visitarse en vacaciones.

Etymology

From Latin 'accordare,' meaning 'to make agree, come to an agreement.'

Common Phrases and Expressions

peace agreements
Formal establishments to end a conflict.
acuerdos de paz
trade agreements
Agreed conditions between companies or countries for trade.
acuerdos comerciales
mutual agreements
Conventions accepted by all parties involved.
acuerdos mutuos

Related Words

agreement
Commitment or understanding between parties.
acuerdo
happen
To arise or take place an event.
acontecer
to hit
To hit the mark, achieve the outcome.
acertar

Slang Meanings

To agree among friends.
Let's go to the beach, agree?
Vamos a la playa, ¿acuerdan?
To make an informal pact.
They agree that each one brings something for the party.
Acuerdan que cada uno traiga algo para la fiesta.