einvernehmlich
Translation
amicable, by mutual consent, consensual
Examples
Die Scheidung erfolgte einvernehmlich.
The divorce was amicable.
Wir haben eine einvernehmliche Lösung gefunden.
We found a mutually agreeable solution.
Grammar Patterns
[Adverb] to describe an action done by mutual agreement They separated amicably.
[Adjective] + Noun to describe a noun as consensual It was a consensual decision.
Similar Words
Synonyms: consensual, amicable; Antonyms: contentious, disputed
Etymology
From 'ein-' (one, unified) + 'vernehmen' (to perceive, understand) + '-lich' (adjective suffix). Literally means 'in one understanding'.
Memory Tips
Think of it as being 'in one frame of mind' or 'hearing as one'. This leads to the idea of mutual agreement.