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einvernehmlich
consensual
By mutual agreement; with the consent of all parties involved. The word is often used in formal or legal contexts.
example
Das Paar hat sich einvernehmlich getrennt.
The couple separated by mutual agreement.
einvernehmlich
consensual
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Word structure
The word is derived from the noun 'das Einvernehmen' (mutual agreement), which means 'gegenseitige Zustimmung' (mutual consent). The ending '-lich' makes it an adjective. So it describes actions that take place with the agreement of all those involved.
EXAMPLE
Die Vertragsänderung erfolgte einvernehmlich.
The contract amendment was made by mutual agreement.
Formal usage
'Einvernehmlich' (consensual / by mutual agreement) belongs to formal language and is often used in legal or official contexts, for example with contracts, divorces, or business decisions.
EXAMPLE
Der Arbeitsvertrag wurde einvernehmlich aufgelöst.
The employment contract was terminated by mutual agreement.
Typical collocations
The word is often used as an adverb and describes how an action is carried out. Typical verbs are: sich trennen (to separate), eine Lösung finden (to find a solution), etwas regeln (to settle something), or einen Vertrag auflösen (to terminate a contract).
EXAMPLE
Beide Parteien haben die Angelegenheit einvernehmlich geregelt.
Both parties settled the matter by mutual agreement.
Compare with
einvernehmlich vs einseitig
one-sided
'einseitig' and 'einvernehmlich' can both describe how a decision or action comes about between several people. 'einseitig' means that only one side acts or decides. The other side does not necessarily agree. 'einvernehmlich', on the other hand, means that everyone involved agrees. The word often sounds somewhat formal and is especially used with contracts, separations, or official decisions.
einvernehmlich
Nach mehreren Gesprächen haben beide Seiten eine einvernehmliche Lösung gefunden.
After several discussions, both sides found a mutually agreed solution.
einseitig
Die Firma hat den Vertrag einseitig geändert, ohne mit dem Kunden zu sprechen.
The company changed the contract unilaterally, without speaking to the customer.
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