What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
agree
Example
I agree with your assessment of the situation. [agree: verb]
Example
We all agreed to meet at the park for a picnic. [agreed: past tense]
Example
She nodded to show that she agreed with his proposal. [agreed: past participle]
concur
Example
I concur with your assessment of the situation. [concur: verb]
Example
The committee concurred on the need for more research. [concurred: past tense]
Example
He concurred that the project needed more time and resources. [concurred: past participle]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Agree is more commonly used than concur in everyday language.
Whatโs the difference in the tone of formality between agree and concur?
Concur is more formal than agree and is often used in professional or academic contexts.
