Meaning 1neutral; formal contexts · 82%
A shared agreement reached on an issue, often after discussion or negotiation.
Natural examples
Nach langen Gesprächen erzielten beide Seiten eine Einigung.
After long talks, both sides reached an agreement.
Die Einigung gilt ab dem ersten Juni.
The agreement takes effect on the first of June.
Ohne Kompromiss ist eine Einigung kaum möglich.
Without compromise, agreement is hardly possible.
Usage note
Common phrases include reaching an agreement and agreeing with someone on something.
Mini-lesson: Einigung
A shared agreement reached on an issue, often after discussion or negotiation. Common phrases include reaching an agreement and agreeing with someone on something.
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