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Relationships and socialising – English vocabulary

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26 English words with meanings: alone, apologise for sth, apology, argue, argument [angry discussion]… Study them with flashcards, quizzes and AI speaking…

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Word list

  1. alone /ə'loʊn/ (adjective) — without anyone else with you
    Example: She was alone in the room.
    Synonyms: by herself, solo, single
  2. apologise for sth /ə'pɑ:lədʒaɪz fɔ:r/ (verb) — to say sorry for something you did
    Example: I must apologise for the mistake.
    Synonyms: say sorry for, regret, ask forgiveness for
  3. apology /ə'pɑ:lədʒi/ (noun) — a statement saying you are sorry
    Example: He sent an apology for being late.
    Synonyms: sorry, regret, apologetic statement
  4. argue /'ɑ:rɡju:/ (verb) — to speak angrily with someone
    Example: They argued about the plan.
    Synonyms: quarrel, fight, disagree
  5. argument [angry discussion] /'ɑ:rɡjumənt/ (noun) — a heated disagreement or angry discussion
    Example: They had an argument about money.
    Synonyms: disagreement, dispute, quarrel
  6. break up [end a relationship] (phrase) — to end a romantic relationship
    Example: They broke up after three years.
    Synonyms: split up, separate, end it
  7. chat n, v /tʃæt/ (noun) — a friendly informal conversation or to talk in a friendly informal way
    Example: We had a quick chat after class.
    Synonyms: talk, conversation, small talk
  8. colleague /'kɑ:li:ɡ/ (noun) — a person you work with
    Example: My colleague helped me with the report.
    Synonyms: coworker, associate, workmate
  9. come round [visit] /kʌm raʊnd/ (phrase) — to visit someone for a short time
    Example: Can you come round this evening?
    Synonyms: visit, come over, drop by
  10. date [romantic meeting] /deɪt/ (noun) — a romantic meeting between two people
    Example: They went on a date last Friday.
    Synonyms: romantic meeting, outing, appointment
  11. fall in love (phrase) — To begin to feel deep romantic love for someone.
    Example: They fell in love at first sight.
    Synonyms: become enamored, fall for
  12. friendship /'frɛndʃɪp/ (noun) — a close relationship between friends
    Example: Their friendship has lasted for years.
    Synonyms: bond, friendship tie
  13. get on (with sb) get /ɡet ɒn wɪð/ (phrase) — to have a good relationship with someone
    Example: I get on well with my cousin.
    Synonyms: get along with, have a good relationship with
  14. get to know sb get /ɡet tə noʊ/ (phrase) — to begin knowing someone well
    Example: I got to know her at work.
    Synonyms: become acquainted with, learn about, familiarize yourself with
  15. get together get /ɡet tə'ɡeðər/ (phrase) — to meet with other people
    Example: Let's get together this weekend.
    Synonyms: meet, gather, meet up
  16. give my regards/love to /ɡɪv maɪ rɪ'ɡɑ:rdz tu:/ (phrase) — to tell someone that another person sends warm greetings
    Example: Give my regards to your mother.
    Synonyms: send my love to, say hello to, send greetings to
  17. give sb a hug (phrase) — to put your arms around someone to show affection
    Example: She gave her son a hug.
    Synonyms: embrace, cuddle, hold
  18. go out with sb /ɡoʊ aʊt wɪð/ (phrase) — to have a romantic relationship with someone
    Example: They are going out with each other.
    Synonyms: date, see someone, be in a relationship
  19. have something/nothing in common /hæv 'sʌmθɪŋ ɪn 'kɑ:mən/ (phrase) — to share the same things or have no shared things
    Example: We have a lot in common.
    Synonyms: share, be similar
  20. hug /hʌɡ/ (verb) — to hold someone closely with your arms
    Example: She gave her brother a hug.
    Synonyms: embrace, cuddle, hold
  21. in love /ɪn lʌv/ (phrase) — feeling deep romantic love for someone
    Example: He is in love with her.
    Synonyms: deeply in love, romantically attached, infatuated
  22. keep a secret /ki:p ə 'si:krət/ (phrase) — to not tell a secret to other people
    Example: I can keep a secret if you trust me.
    Synonyms: keep quiet, not tell, hold back
  23. leave [end a relationship] /li:v/ (verb) — to end a romantic relationship
    Example: She left him after three years.
    Synonyms: break up with, end a relationship with, walk out on
  24. mad about sb /mæd ə'baʊt/ (phrase) — very fond of someone
    Example: She is mad about her new boyfriend.
    Synonyms: crazy about, very fond of, keen on
  25. make friends /meɪk frɛndz/ (phrase) — to begin a friendly relationship with someone
    Example: I made friends with my new neighbor.
    Synonyms: befriend, become friends, form a friendship
  26. mate /meɪt/ (noun) — a friend, especially a man or boy
    Example: He's a good mate from school.
    Synonyms: friend, pal, buddy

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