Meaning
In harmonious cooperation or agreement with someone or something.
Cultural Background
The French value 'la cohérence intellectuelle.' Being 'en accord avec soi-même' is considered a sign of a strong, rational character. In Quebec, the phrase is used similarly but you might also hear 'être en entente avec,' which is slightly more influenced by English 'to be in agreement.' The 'Accord de Paris' is the most famous modern use of the word 'accord,' symbolizing global unity on climate change. In French classical music theory, 'l'accord' is the foundation of harmony. This aesthetic sense carries over into how the French discuss fashion and decor.
The 'Values' Trick
If you are talking about 'values' (valeurs) or 'principles' (principes), always use 'en accord avec.' It makes you sound like a native speaker who cares about integrity.
Don't pluralize
Even if you are in agreement with many people, 'accord' stays singular. 'Nous sommes en accord' (not accords).
Meaning
In harmonious cooperation or agreement with someone or something.
The 'Values' Trick
If you are talking about 'values' (valeurs) or 'principles' (principes), always use 'en accord avec.' It makes you sound like a native speaker who cares about integrity.
Don't pluralize
Even if you are in agreement with many people, 'accord' stays singular. 'Nous sommes en accord' (not accords).
The Paris Agreement
Remember 'L'Accord de Paris.' It's a great mental anchor for remembering that this phrase is used for serious, high-level commitments.
Test Yourself
Complete the sentence with the correct preposition and noun.
Il est important d'agir ___ ________ avec ses principes.
The fixed phrase is 'en accord avec.'
Which sentence is the most appropriate for a formal job interview?
How would you say your skills match the job?
'En accord avec' is the professional choice for alignment.
Match the French phrase with its English equivalent.
Match the registers.
Each phrase fits a different social context.
Complete the dialogue.
A: Je pense que nous devrions annuler le projet. B: Je ne suis pas du tout ___ ______ ____ vous.
When disagreeing with a person's stance in a formal way, 'en accord avec' is used.
In which situation would you use 'en accord avec'?
Select the best context.
It is a high-level, formal expression suitable for official documents.
🎉 Score: /5
Visual Learning Aids
D'accord vs En accord
Practice Bank
5 exercisesIl est important d'agir ___ ________ avec ses principes.
The fixed phrase is 'en accord avec.'
How would you say your skills match the job?
'En accord avec' is the professional choice for alignment.
Match each item on the left with its pair on the right:
Each phrase fits a different social context.
A: Je pense que nous devrions annuler le projet. B: Je ne suis pas du tout ___ ______ ____ vous.
When disagreeing with a person's stance in a formal way, 'en accord avec' is used.
Select the best context.
It is a high-level, formal expression suitable for official documents.
🎉 Score: /5
Frequently Asked Questions
14 questionsYes, but it's less formal. 'D'accord' is for opinions; 'en accord' is for alignment and harmony.
Both! You can be in accord with a person, a rule, a color, or an idea.
No, it is a noun in this phrase, so it is always masculine and singular.
'Conformément à' is much more rigid and legal. 'En accord avec' allows for a more natural, harmonious alignment.
Use the variation 'd'un commun accord.'
It is common in professional or serious conversations, but rare in casual street slang.
Absolutely, it is the original context of the phrase!
You can say 'en désaccord avec' or 'en contradiction avec.'
No, that is a common mistake. It is always 'en accord avec.'
It's the informal, slangy version. Use it with friends, not in a job interview.
Sometimes, but 'selon' or 'd'après' are more common for simple attribution of info.
Add 'parfait' or 'plein': 'Je suis en parfait accord avec vous.'
Yes, very frequently, especially in politics and law.
Yes! 'Ce vin est en accord avec le fromage' is a very sophisticated way to talk about food.
Related Phrases
en phase avec
similarOn the same wavelength.
conformément à
specialized formIn compliance with.
en harmonie avec
synonymIn harmony with.
être d'accord
builds onTo agree.
