Tillmötesgick

Tillmötesgick is a Swedish verb that translates to "accommodated," "met," or "satisfied" in English. It is the past tense form of the verb "tillmötesgå." The verb describes the action of responding favorably to a request, desire, or need, often by making concessions or providing what is asked for.

The core meaning of tillmötesgå involves a willingness to yield or agree with someone. It implies a positive or cooperative response to an expressed wish or demand. For example, one might say that a company tillmötesgick their customers' requests for a new feature, meaning they added the feature. Similarly, a person might tillmötesgå a friend's suggestion for an activity.

The verb can be used in various contexts, from personal interactions to formal negotiations. When someone tillmötesgår another, they are demonstrating flexibility and a desire to find a resolution or fulfill an expectation. It suggests a bridge being built between differing viewpoints or needs, leading to a mutually agreeable outcome. The opposite of tillmötesgå would be to refuse, deny, or ignore a request.