In 15 Seconds
- Confirms prior arrangements were followed.
- Signals reliability and accountability.
- Used in professional and formal contexts.
- Connects current action to past agreement.
Meaning
This phrase confirms you are acting on a prior agreement. It shows you're reliable and keeping your word. It bridges a past discussion with a current action, emphasizing accountability.
Key Examples
3 of 11Emailing a client about a project milestone
Dear [Client Name], the updated project timeline is attached, as agreed during our meeting yesterday.
Dear [Client Name], the updated project timeline is attached, according to what we decided in our meeting yesterday.
Texting a colleague about a delegated task
Hey, I've just uploaded the files to the shared drive, as agreed.
Hey, I've just uploaded the files to the shared drive, like we talked about.
Formal business letter confirming terms
Further to our discussions, payment will be remitted by Friday, as agreed in the signed contract.
Following our discussions, payment will be sent by Friday, according to the signed contract.
Cultural Background
In the US, 'as agreed' is often used to create a 'paper trail.' It is a way to protect oneself by documenting that a verbal agreement was followed through. Germans value 'Zuverlässigkeit' (reliability). Using 'wie vereinbart' (as agreed) is not just a phrase; it's a confirmation of one's character and professional standing. In the UK, 'as agreed' is polite but firm. It is often used in customer service or when dealing with tradespeople to ensure everyone is on the same page. While Japanese business culture is very formal, they might prefer 'as we discussed' to avoid the directness of 'agreement,' which can imply a rigid contract that might be too 'hard' for some relationships.
The Email Opener
Start your follow-up emails with 'As agreed...' to immediately show you are professional and reliable.
Don't Overuse
If you say 'as agreed' five times in one meeting, you might sound like a robot or a lawyer. Mix it up with 'as we discussed' or 'like we said'.
In 15 Seconds
- Confirms prior arrangements were followed.
- Signals reliability and accountability.
- Used in professional and formal contexts.
- Connects current action to past agreement.
What It Means
### What It Means
Ever made a plan? Then you went and did it. As agreed is your way of saying, "Remember that plan? I'm doing it." It's a little linguistic nod to past conversations. It confirms you're on the same page. You're showing you respect shared understanding. It's like a verbal high-five for remembering.
### How To Use It
You usually drop as agreed at the beginning or middle of a sentence. It sets the stage for your current action. It links back to a previous discussion, email, or meeting. Think of it as a helpful reminder. You're simply stating, "This is happening because we decided it." It's great for confirming tasks or deliveries.
### Formality & Register
This phrase lives in the formal and professional world. It's common in emails, reports, and business meetings. You'll hear it in corporate offices and legal discussions. Not so much on TikTok, unless it's a very serious TikTok. It conveys a sense of business-like precision. It's polite but also firm. It leaves no room for doubt.
### Real-Life Examples
Imagine you're sending an email about a project update. As agreed, the report is attached. Or a vendor confirms a delivery. The package is on its way, as agreed. It pops up in contracts and official documents too. Even on your banking app, you might see "payment processed as agreed." It's everywhere in structured communication.
### When To Use It
Use as agreed when you're fulfilling a commitment. It's perfect for confirming next steps. You should use it when you want to show accountability. It builds trust with your colleagues and clients. When you're reminding someone of a deadline, as agreed adds weight. It shows you're organized and on top of things.
### When NOT To Use It
Avoid as agreed in casual chats with friends. Don't use it in a text about grabbing coffee. Your friend might think you're mad. It sounds stiff and overly formal. It's definitely not for your Instagram caption about your weekend fun. Save it for serious business, not lighthearted banter. Your inner grammar police will thank you.
### Common Mistakes
agreeing to the terms.
✓We delivered the goods as agreed. (Incorrect structure, too wordy)
As we agreed, I did the task.
✓As agreed, I completed the task. (Slightly redundant, more concise is better)
which we agreed about.
✓I'm sending the document as agreed. (Again, overly complicated)
Remember, direct and to the point is key here.
### Common Variations
While as agreed is classic, you might hear alternatives. Per our agreement is a very close formal twin. As per our discussion is another professional choice. Following our conversation is a softer, yet still formal, option. In casual settings, people just say, Okay, got it or Will do. Regional differences exist, but as agreed is pretty universal in English business.
### Real Conversations
Project Manager: "Did you send out the client brief?"
Team Member: "Yes, as agreed, I sent it this morning."
Customer: "When will my order ship?"
Support Rep: "Your order will ship tomorrow, as agreed during your purchase."
Colleague 1: "Have you started on the report?"
Colleague 2: "Yes, I just finished the first draft as agreed."
It's all about confirming and clarifying.
### Quick FAQ
Q: Can I use as agreed in a text message?
A: Generally, no. It's too formal for most text messages with friends or family. Stick to more casual phrasing like "Okay, will do!" or "Got it." Unless you're texting your boss about a serious work matter, avoid it.
Q: Is as agreed rude if someone forgot the agreement?
A: It's not inherently rude, but it can *feel* pointed if the other person genuinely forgot. Use it neutrally to state a fact. If you need to gently remind someone, pair it with a helpful tone.
Q: What's the difference between as agreed and per our agreement?
A: They are very similar and often interchangeable in formal contexts. Per our agreement might feel slightly more bureaucratic or legalistic, while as agreed is a bit more conversational, though still formal. Choose based on context.
Q: Does as agreed imply a written contract?
A: Not necessarily. It can refer to a verbal agreement, an email exchange, or a formal contract. It simply means that a mutual understanding was reached, regardless of how it was documented.
Q: Is it okay to shorten it to just Agreed?
A: Agreed alone is often used as a single-word affirmation meaning "I concur" or "I understand and accept." While related, it doesn't carry the same "I am doing X because we agreed on Y" implication as as agreed.
Q: Can as agreed be used with past tense actions?
A: Yes, absolutely! "The meeting minutes were circulated as agreed." "The payment was made as agreed." It works perfectly for confirming past fulfillment of commitments.
Q: Is there an informal equivalent?
A: Informally, you might say "like we talked about," "you know, what we decided," or just simply proceed with the action without explicitly stating the agreement, relying on shared context.
Usage Notes
This phrase leans formal or professional. Use it to confirm adherence to previous plans, especially in written communication. Be mindful not to overuse it, as it can sound stiff if not warranted.
The Email Opener
Start your follow-up emails with 'As agreed...' to immediately show you are professional and reliable.
Don't Overuse
If you say 'as agreed' five times in one meeting, you might sound like a robot or a lawyer. Mix it up with 'as we discussed' or 'like we said'.
Softening the Tone
If you are worried 'as agreed' sounds too firm, add 'just' to the beginning: 'Just as agreed, I've sent the invite.'
Examples
11Dear [Client Name], the updated project timeline is attached, as agreed during our meeting yesterday.
Dear [Client Name], the updated project timeline is attached, according to what we decided in our meeting yesterday.
Confirms the delivery of a document based on a prior discussion, showing adherence to plans.
Hey, I've just uploaded the files to the shared drive, as agreed.
Hey, I've just uploaded the files to the shared drive, like we talked about.
A slightly more casual use, but still confirming a work-related commitment.
Further to our discussions, payment will be remitted by Friday, as agreed in the signed contract.
Following our discussions, payment will be sent by Friday, according to the signed contract.
Highlights a binding contractual agreement in a very formal context.
Your refund has been processed, and you should see it within 3-5 business days, as agreed with our support team.
Your refund has been processed, and you should see it within 3-5 business days, like our support team arranged.
Reassures the customer that the resolution is per their previous interaction.
Just a friendly reminder: the quarterly report is due by EOD, as agreed at the team meeting.
Just a friendly reminder: the quarterly report is due by the end of the day, as we decided at the team meeting.
Used to reinforce a deadline by referencing a prior agreement without being overly aggressive.
So excited to share this project with you all! We'll be going live on Tuesday, as agreed with the brand.
So excited to share this project with you all! We'll be going live on Tuesday, like the brand and I decided.
Demonstrates a professional commitment in a public, yet modern, context.
The venue is booked for the 15th, and the catering menu is confirmed, as agreed by the committee.
The venue is booked for the 15th, and the catering menu is confirmed, like the committee decided.
Confirms multiple details for an event by referencing a group decision.
✗ I'll bring the snacks, as agreed. → ✓ I'll bring the snacks, like we talked about! / Got it, I'll bring the snacks!
✗ I'll bring the snacks, according to our agreement. → ✓ I'll bring the snacks, like we talked about! / Got it, I'll bring the snacks!
Too formal for a casual agreement among friends; sounds unnatural.
✗ We signed the contract, as agreed by both parties. → ✓ We signed the contract.
✗ We signed the contract, which was agreed by both parties. → ✓ We signed the contract.
The signing *is* the agreement, so 'as agreed' becomes redundant here. Use when confirming an action *based on* an agreement.
I sincerely apologize for the delay in sending the report. I know it was due yesterday, as agreed.
I sincerely apologize for the delay in sending the report. I know it was due yesterday, like we decided.
Acknowledges a past commitment that wasn't met, showing accountability even in failure.
Our methodology followed the steps outlined in the proposal, as agreed during the initial review.
Our methodology followed the steps outlined in the proposal, like we decided during the initial review.
Reinforces that the work was executed according to established guidelines and expectations.
Test Yourself
Complete the sentence with the correct form of the phrase.
I have updated the website ______, so you can check the new design now.
We use the past participle 'agreed' to refer to a past decision.
Which sentence is the most appropriate for a professional business email?
You need to send a file you promised to a client.
'I have attached' is the standard professional verb for emails, and 'as agreed' confirms the promise.
Match the phrase variation to the correct context.
1. As agreed | 2. As promised | 3. Per our agreement
'As agreed' is professional, 'As promised' is personal/warm, and 'Per our agreement' is legalistic.
Fill in the missing line to complete the professional exchange.
Manager: 'Did you call the client about the delay?' Employee: 'Yes, ______.'
The short form 'as agreed' is a perfect way to confirm a task was completed as instructed.
🎉 Score: /4
Visual Learning Aids
Common Contexts
Work
- • Emails
- • Reports
- • Deadlines
Money
- • Rent
- • Invoices
- • Loans
Practice Bank
4 exercisesI have updated the website ______, so you can check the new design now.
We use the past participle 'agreed' to refer to a past decision.
You need to send a file you promised to a client.
'I have attached' is the standard professional verb for emails, and 'as agreed' confirms the promise.
1. As agreed | 2. As promised | 3. Per our agreement
'As agreed' is professional, 'As promised' is personal/warm, and 'Per our agreement' is legalistic.
Manager: 'Did you call the client about the delay?' Employee: 'Yes, ______.'
The short form 'as agreed' is a perfect way to confirm a task was completed as instructed.
🎉 Score: /4
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Frequently Asked Questions
10 questionsYes, it is primarily used in formal and professional contexts. For friends, 'as promised' is better.
Yes, 'as we agreed' is also correct and slightly more personal. 'As agreed' is the more common professional shorthand.
'As agreed' implies a final decision was made. 'As discussed' just means the topic was mentioned in a conversation.
Yes, if it starts the sentence, a comma is usually used: 'As agreed, I will call you.'
Yes, it's fine for professional texts (e.g., to a client or boss), but might be too formal for a text to a sibling.
Almost. 'As per our agreement' is slightly more formal and often used in legal or insurance contexts.
English often drops unnecessary words in professional speech to be more efficient. This is called 'ellipsis.'
Usually, it's for positive or neutral commitments. Using it for a threat ('I will fire you as agreed') is possible but very rare and harsh.
It is always 'as agreed' with a 'd' at the end.
The phrase itself is fixed. 'I did it as agreed' (past) and 'I will do it as agreed' (future) are both correct.
Related Phrases
as discussed
similarReferring to a previous conversation.
as promised
similarDoing what you said you would do.
per our agreement
specialized formAccording to the terms we set.
in accordance with
specialized formFollowing a rule or agreement.
as per
synonymAccording to.