* Noun: When referring to the act or process of negotiating, it is a noun.
* Example: "The negotiations between the two companies were successful."
* Verb: While less common, "negotiations" can be used as a verb, meaning to negotiate. It's typically used in the plural and can have a more formal tone.
* Example: "The diplomats negotiations for peace in the region."
It's important to look at the context of the sentence to determine the part of speech.