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Negotiation · part 2 — give & take

Trade and talk it over to meet halfway.

条件を交換し、話し合って折り合いをつけられるようになりましょう。

Key English phrases

Can we meet halfway on ~?
If you ~, we can ~.
Let's talk it over.
That sounds reasonable.

Example conversation

ACan we meet halfway on the price?
BMaybe. If you sign a one-year deal, we can lower it.
ALet's talk it over with my team.
BOf course, take your time.
AActually, that sounds reasonable already.
BGreat — then we're close.

In context

Listen to two people trading. 'Can we meet halfway on the price? Here's an idea: if you sign a one-year deal, we can lower the monthly cost. Talk it over with your team and let me know. To me, that sounds reasonable for both sides — you save money, and we keep your business longer.'

When to use it · practice

The price gap is small. Ask to meet halfway.
値段の差は小さいです。歩み寄りを求めましょう。
You can offer a trade. Make a conditional offer.
交換条件を出せます。条件つきの提案をしましょう。
You need to consult others. Say you'll talk it over.
ほかの人に相談が必要です。「話し合います」と言いましょう。

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