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agree with

A2 neutral inseparable transitive

To share the same opinion as someone, or (of food/climate) to suit someone's health.

In plain English

To think the same thing as someone else, or for food or weather to be good for your body.

What does "agree with" mean?

2 meanings, ordered from most common to least. Color-coded by CEFR level.

1 A2 neutral

To have the same opinion or view as another person.

"I completely agree with what she said about the need for better public transport."

I agree with you that this is a matter of justice.

— Common phrasing in political and judicial discourse; widely cited variant from various public speeches.
inseparable
2 B1 idiomatic neutral

Of food, drink, or climate: to suit someone's body without causing illness or discomfort.

"Rich, creamy sauces don't agree with me — I feel sick afterwards."

inseparable
Usage tip

One of the most basic and frequently used phrasal verbs. Note the food/health sense: 'Spicy food doesn't agree with me' is very common. Cannot be used in the progressive: say 'I agree with you', not 'I am agreeing with you'.

Words that pair with "agree with"

Natural word combinations native speakers use most often.

opinion decision statement policy food climate

How to conjugate "agree with"

The five tense forms you'll use most often.

Base
agree with
I/you/we/they
3rd person
agrees with
he/she/it
Past simple
agreed with
yesterday
Past participle
agreed with
have + pp
-ing form
agreeing with
continuous

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approve of concur with endorse share the view side with support

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