Danish · Work & Business
Aftale
Agreement / Appointment
Intermediatenoun · common
Definition
A formal agreement, or an appointment.
Example
Vi skrev under på aftalen i går.
We signed the agreement yesterday.
Etymology
'Aftale' comes from the Old Norse word 'áta', meaning 'to agree'. It signifies a mutual accord and has historical roots in Danish legal texts.
How & Where It’s Used
'Aftale' is commonly used in formal contexts, especially in legal and business discussions, appearing in both spoken and written forms.