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)) ((on sth.dat)) to agree with sb. on sth. Ich pflichte dir on this point bei.
Similar Words
Synonyms: zustimmen, beipflichten; Antonyms: widersprechen
Etymology
Derived from 'Pflicht' (duty, obligation), suggesting an agreement made out of a sense of correctness or duty.
Memory Tips
Imagine a formal debate where you concede a point by saying you are 'obligated' (pflichten) to agree.