einvernehmlich
Translation
amicable, by mutual agreement, 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: amicable, consensual; Antonyms: contentious, controversial
Etymology
Composed of 'ein-' (one) + 'vernehmen' (to understand) + '-lich' (adjective suffix). It literally translates to 'in one understanding'.
Memory Tips
Imagine two parties 'hearing' ('vernehmen') the same 'one' ('ein') thing, leading to a mutual agreement.