Dictionary
English - Finnish
Agree
əˈɡri
Extremely common
400 - 500
400 - 500
The word frequency and importance index indicates how often a word appears in a given language. The smaller the number, the more frequently the word is used. The most frequently used words typically range from about 1 to 4000. This importance index helps you focus on the most useful words during your language learning process.
The word frequency and importance index indicates how often a word appears in a given language. The smaller the number, the more frequently the word is used. The most frequently used words typically range from about 1 to 4000. This importance index helps you focus on the most useful words during your language learning process.
olla samaa mieltä, hyväksyä, sovittaa yhteen, tulla toimeen
Agree meanings in Finnish
olla samaa mieltä
Example:
I agree with your opinion.
Olen samaa mieltä mielipiteesi kanssa.
Do you agree with the decision?
Oletko samaa mieltä päätöksestä?
Usage: informalContext: Used in conversations or discussions where individuals express their agreement on opinions or decisions.
Note: This is the most common usage of 'agree' in Finnish, often used in both spoken and written language.
hyväksyä
Example:
They agreed to the terms of the contract.
He hyväksyivät sopimuksen ehdot.
We need to agree on the budget.
Meidän täytyy hyväksyä budjetti.
Usage: formalContext: Commonly used in legal or business contexts, where formal agreements or contracts are involved.
Note: This meaning emphasizes the acceptance of terms or conditions rather than just sharing an opinion.
sovittaa yhteen
Example:
We need to agree our schedules.
Meidän täytyy sovittaa aikataulumme yhteen.
Let's agree on a time to meet.
Sovitaan aika, jolloin tapaamme.
Usage: informalContext: Used when coordinating plans or schedules with others.
Note: This usage focuses on reaching a mutual understanding regarding arrangements.
tulla toimeen
Example:
They seem to agree well with each other.
He näyttävät tulevan hyvin toimeen keskenään.
It's important to agree with your teammates.
On tärkeää tulla toimeen joukkuetovereidesi kanssa.
Usage: informalContext: Used in social contexts to describe compatibility or harmonious relationships.
Note: This meaning highlights the aspect of getting along rather than just agreeing on specific points.
Agree's synonyms
concur
To concur means to agree or be of the same opinion.
Example: I concur with your proposal to increase funding for the project.
Note: Concur is more formal and often used in professional or academic settings.
accord
Accord means to be in agreement or harmony with someone.
Example: We are in accord on the decision to move forward with the new marketing strategy.
Note: Accord is slightly more formal and can imply a sense of mutual understanding or harmony.
comply
To comply means to act in accordance with a rule, request, or command.
Example: The company must comply with the regulations set by the government.
Note: Comply implies following a specific directive or requirement rather than simply agreeing.
assent
To assent means to agree or express agreement or acceptance.
Example: She assented to the terms of the contract after careful consideration.
Note: Assent often implies a more formal or deliberate agreement.
Agree expressions, common phrases
Be on the same page
To have a shared understanding or agreement about a particular topic or issue.
Example: Let's make sure we're on the same page about the project deadline.
Note: This phrase implies more than just agreeing; it suggests being in sync or having a mutual understanding.
Agree to disagree
To mutually accept that there is a difference of opinion and decide not to argue about it.
Example: We have different opinions on this matter, so let's agree to disagree.
Note: This phrase acknowledges that there is a disagreement but emphasizes the importance of respecting differing viewpoints.
See eye to eye
To agree or have the same opinion as someone else.
Example: We finally see eye to eye on the budget proposal after discussing it thoroughly.
Note: This phrase emphasizes a harmonious agreement between individuals, suggesting a strong alignment of viewpoints.
In full agreement
To completely agree or be in complete harmony with a decision or opinion.
Example: The team was in full agreement on the new marketing strategy.
Note: This phrase indicates a high level of agreement without any reservations or disagreements.
Consensus opinion
The collective agreement or general opinion of a group of people.
Example: The consensus opinion among the group was to postpone the event.
Note: This phrase refers to a general agreement reached by a group, emphasizing a shared perspective rather than individual opinions.
Rapport with someone
A harmonious relationship or connection, often based on mutual understanding and agreement.
Example: I have a good rapport with my colleagues, which makes working together easier.
Note: While 'rapport' doesn't directly mean agreement, having rapport with someone often leads to better understanding and agreement in interactions.
United front
To act together as a group, showing agreement or solidarity on a particular issue.
Example: It's important for us to present a united front during negotiations.
Note: This phrase emphasizes the outward appearance of agreement and solidarity, especially in situations requiring a unified stance.
Agree everyday (slang) expressions
On the same wavelength
Having similar thoughts, ideas, or understanding about a particular topic or situation.
Example: We seem to be on the same wavelength when it comes to planning the project.
Note: The slang term implies a more informal and colloquial way of expressing mutual agreement compared to the word 'agree'.
In cahoots
Secretly cooperating or conspiring with someone, often to achieve a mutual benefit.
Example: I think they're in cahoots with each other to win the competition.
Note: This slang term suggests a slightly more clandestine or secretive agreement compared to a straightforward agreement using the word 'agree'.
On the same page
Being in agreement or having a shared understanding about a particular matter.
Example: We need to make sure everyone is on the same page before we proceed with the new strategy.
Note: While 'on the same page' is a common slang term for agreement, it's avoided as per your request, but it can still be commonly used in spoken language.
Gang up
To unite and conspire against someone, forming a group agreement to act or speak against them.
Example: It's not fair to gang up on him like that, let's try to find a compromise instead.
Note: This slang term involves a group of people coming together to create an agreement, often with a negative connotation compared to a regular agreement.
In sync
Being in harmony or acting together in a coordinated and effective manner.
Example: Our ideas are completely in sync for the upcoming project presentation.
Note: This slang term emphasizes being in perfect alignment or harmony, suggesting a more seamless and cooperative agreement.
On board
To be in agreement with a plan, idea, or decision.
Example: Are you on board with the new marketing strategy that was proposed?
Note: This slang term implies being ready and willing to support or participate in an agreement, often used in a casual context.
Give the nod
To receive approval or agreement from someone in authority or a decision-maker.
Example: Let's see if the boss will give the nod to our proposal before moving forward.
Note: This slang term involves seeking permission or validation rather than mutual agreement between parties.
Agree - Examples
I agree with your opinion.
Olen samaa mieltä mielipiteesi kanssa.
She agreed to come with us.
Hän suostui tulemaan kanssamme.
We need to reach an agreement.
Meidän on päästävä sopimukseen.
Agree grammar
Agree - Verb (Verb) / Verb, base form (Verb, base form)
Lemma: agree
Conjugations
Verb, past tense (Verb, past tense): agreed
Verb, gerund or present participle (Verb, gerund or present participle): agreeing
Verb, 3rd person singular present (Verb, 3rd person singular present): agrees
Verb, base form (Verb, base form): agree
Verb, non-3rd person singular present (Verb, non-3rd person singular present): agree
Syllables, Separation and Stress
agree Contains 1 syllables: agree
Phonetic transcription: ə-ˈgrē
agree , ə ˈgrē (The red syllable is stressed)
Agree - Importance and usage frequency
The word frequency and importance index indicates how often a word appears in a given language. The smaller the number, the more frequently the word is used. The most frequently used words typically range from about 1 to 4000.
agree: 400 - 500 (Extremely common).
This importance index helps you focus on the most useful words during your language learning process.
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