折り合い
Meanings
1
compromise; agreement; settlement
Used when parties reach a mutual understanding or settlement, often after negotiation. Common in business, disputes, and personal arrangements.
The two companies reached a compromise on the price.
We have no choice but to reach an agreement through discussion.
2
Refers to the state of a relationship, often modified by adjectives like 良い or 悪い. Used for personal, professional, or social relations.
I'm on bad terms with him.
It seems like she gets along well with the new boss.
Usage patterns
- 〈人〉と折り合いをつけるto work out a compromise with someone
She worked out a compromise with her boss and took time off.
- 〈人〉と折り合いがいいto get along well with someone
He gets along well with his new coworker.
- 〈事〉で折り合いをつけるto reach a compromise on something
They reached a compromise on the price and the contract was finalized.
- 〈人〉と折り合いが悪いto not get along with someone
My daughter doesn't get along well with her mother-in-law.