pflichten
Translation
to agree with, to concur with
Examples
Er pflichtet seinem Freund bei.
He agrees with his friend.
Ich pflichte Ihnen in diesem Punkt bei.
I agree with you on this point.
Grammar Patterns
((sb.dat)) ((in sth.dat)) to agree with sb. on sth. Ich pflichte dir in diesem Punkt bei.
Similar Words
Synonyms: zustimmen, beipflichten; Antonyms: widersprechen
Etymology
From 'Pflicht' (duty, obligation). It implies agreeing as if it were a duty.
Memory Tips
Think of it as being 'duty-bound' to agree with someone's point. It's a formal way to say 'agree'.