negotiating

verb

Stress: second syllable

Syllables: ne-go-ti-at-ing (5)

English Definition

Trying to reach an agreement or compromise by discussion.

Example Sentence

They are currently negotiating a peace treaty.

US IPA /nɪˈɡoʊʃieɪtɪŋ/
UK IPA /nɪˈɡəʊʃieɪtɪŋ/