das Abkommen
Translation
agreement, treaty, deal, convention
Examples
Die Länder haben ein Abkommen unterzeichnet.
The countries have signed an agreement.
Das Abkommen regelt die Handelsbeziehungen.
The agreement regulates trade relations.
Wir müssen zu einem Abkommen kommen.
We must come to an agreement.
Grammar Patterns
to conclude/sign an agreement ((with sb.)) ((on sth.)) The countries signed an agreement on trade.
Similar Words
Synonyms: Vertrag (contract), Vereinbarung (arrangement), Pakt (pact)
Etymology
From the verb 'abkommen' (to agree upon). Composed of 'ab-' (off, away) and 'kommen' (to come), suggesting something that has been settled or 'come to' between parties.
Memory Tips
Think of parties 'coming' ('kommen') to a conclusion and settling it, putting it 'down' or 'off' the table ('ab-').