concur - Master This Word
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concur Word Meanings
- to agree with someone or something
- to happen at the same time
- to cooperate in a task
concur Example Sentences
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concur Phonetic & Pronunciation
UK
/kənˈkɜː/
US
/kənˈkɜr/
concur Word Etymology
con- = together + cur = run; from Latin 'concurrere' meaning 'to run together'. Imagine multiple rivers flowing together into one, symbolizing agreement and harmony.
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Concur means to share the same opinion, to agree with someone or something, or to occur at the same time. In formal writing, you might say that a panel concurred with the findings or that two events concur on a given date. It can also indicate cooperation in a task when teammates concur in a plan. The sense of harmony or coincidence is central: multiple lines of evidence can concur to support a conclusion. Because of its formal tone, learners often replace it with agree in casual speech, or confuse concur with occur because both touch time in different ways.
Usage Reminders
- - Use concur in formal contexts to express agreement.
- - Distinguish from agree for casual speech.
- - Use concur for events that occur at the same time.
- - Do not use concur to mean cooperate in every situation; specify 'concur in a plan' when needed.
- - Remember collocations: concur with, concur that.
Common Misconceptions
- Concur = simply 'to happen'; bias toward 'occur' for events
- Concur = always about agreeing; can be misread as only about time
- Concur is casual; use it in everyday speech
- Concur means to compete or contend
- Concur replaces 'agree' in all situations
Thinking Differences
Explain to an English speaker (meta, keep short)
Learning Tips
- Remember three core senses: agreement, coincidence in time, and cooperation.
- Use be concise: panel concurred, events concur, teams concur in a plan.
- Pair with with or that to express the exact sense.
- Practice formal contexts (reports, minutes) to sound natural.
- Avoid overusing; prefer agree in casual speech.
- Differentiate from occur and coincide through examples.
5-Step Learning Method - Learn English in English
Step 2: Usage
In which sentence is 'concur' used correctly?
A.They concur on the upcoming project deadline.
B.He delayed the meeting to concur with more people.
C.She could not concur with his decision.
D.I don't concur your opinion.
Step 3: Similar Words
Which word is a synonym for 'concur'?
A.Oppose
B.Differ
C.Contradict
D.Consent
Step 4: Opposite Words
What is the opposite of 'concur'?
A.Agree
B.Consent
C.Disagree
D.Assent
Step 5: Mastery
In what real-life situation might you use the word 'concur'?
A.Discussing a movie plot with friends
B.Planning a vacation itinerary
C.Painting a landscape
D.Voting on a community issue
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