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UK//ˈkɒntækts//US//ˈkɑntæktʃ//

Meaning of Contacts

Individuals you communicate or network with for personal or professional purposes.

In simple words: People you know and communicate with, or a list of these people.

Contacts in a sentence

  • I saved his number in my contacts.
  • She has many useful contacts in the industry.
  • Networking can help you expand your contacts.
  • I lost all my contacts when I switched phones.
  • My contacts helped me get the job.

How to use Contacts

Use 'contacts' in a business or social context to refer to people who could help or influence. It's usually appropriate in neutral discussions but can be too informal in strict professional settings.

Grammar pattern

add + object (contacts)

Memory hint

Think of 'contacts' as the people you can call or connect with, like 'ten fingers on two hands'.

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Collocations with Contacts

  • business contacts
  • personal contacts
  • save contacts
  • list of contacts
  • network of contacts

Synonyms for Contacts

Opposites of Contacts

Common mistakes with Contacts

  • Confused with 'contact' when referring to a single person.
  • Using 'contacts' as a verb instead of a noun.
  • Not differentiating between personal and professional contacts.

Compare Contacts with Network, Friends

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Frequently asked questions about Contacts

What does Contacts mean?

People you know and communicate with, or a list of these people.

What is the definition of Contacts?

Individuals you communicate or network with for personal or professional purposes.

How do you use Contacts in a sentence?

I saved his number in my contacts.

Can you give another example of Contacts?

She has many useful contacts in the industry.

What are synonyms for Contacts?

Common alternatives include connections, associates, network, acquaintances, friends.

What is the opposite of Contacts?

Opposite meanings include disconnection, isolation.

What words go with Contacts?

It commonly pairs with business contacts, personal contacts, save contacts, list of contacts, network of contacts.

What are common mistakes when using Contacts?

Confused with 'contact' when referring to a single person. Using 'contacts' as a verb instead of a noun. Not differentiating between personal and professional contacts.

How do you pronounce Contacts?

US: //ˈkɑntæktʃ//, UK: //ˈkɒntækts//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use Contacts?

Use 'contacts' in a business or social context to refer to people who could help or influence. It's usually appropriate in neutral discussions but can be too informal in strict professional settings.