C1noun 3K

Correspondence

🇬🇧 UK /["/ˌkɒrəˈspɒndəns/"]/ 🇺🇸 US /["/ˌkɔːrəˈspɑːndəns/"]/

Meaning of Correspondence

the letters, emails, etc. a person sends and receives

In simple words: Letters or messages exchanged between people.

Correspondence in a sentence

• The correspondence between the two scientists revealed important insights into their collaborative research.
• She kept all the correspondence from her university applications carefully organized in a folder.
• There is a clear correspondence between the symptoms and the diagnosis in this medical case.
• The architect ensured that the correspondence of the building’s design with the original plans was perfect.
• Our office handles the company's correspondence, including emails, letters, and packages.

How to use Correspondence

Use this term when talking about official or formal exchanges, such as business letters. Avoid in casual conversations or when referring to informal messages like texts or chats.

Grammar pattern

correspondence + with + person

Memory hint

Think of 'correspond-ence' like a 'corresponding message' in a postal envelope.

Related words

Collocations with Correspondence

• confidential
• personal
• private
• item
• pile
• enter into
• exchange
• have
• course
• school
• column
• by correspondence
• through correspondence
• in correspondence with
• confidential
• personal
• private
• item
• pile
• enter into
• exchange
• have
• course
• school
• column
• by correspondence
• through correspondence
• in correspondence with
• direct
• exact
• one-to-one
• correspondence between

Synonyms for Correspondence

• communication
• exchange
• mail
• letter
• message

Opposites of Correspondence

• silence
• disconnection
• non-communication

Common mistakes with Correspondence

• Confusing with 'correspond' which is a verb.
• Using it to refer to conversations rather than written messages.
• Assuming it only refers to emails, not traditional letters.

Frequently asked questions about Correspondence

What does Correspondence mean?

Letters or messages exchanged between people.

What is the definition of Correspondence?

the letters, emails, etc. a person sends and receives

How do you use Correspondence in a sentence?

The correspondence between the two scientists revealed important insights into their collaborative research.

Can you give another example of Correspondence?

She kept all the correspondence from her university applications carefully organized in a folder.

What are synonyms for Correspondence?

Common alternatives include communication, exchange, mail, letter, message.

What is the opposite of Correspondence?

Opposite meanings include silence, disconnection, non-communication.

What words go with Correspondence?

It commonly pairs with confidential, personal, private, item, pile, enter into, exchange, have, course, school, column, by correspondence, through correspondence, in correspondence with, confidential, personal, private, item, pile, enter into, exchange, have, course, school, column, by correspondence, through correspondence, in correspondence with, direct, exact, one-to-one, correspondence between.

What are common mistakes when using Correspondence?

Confusing with 'correspond' which is a verb. Using it to refer to conversations rather than written messages. Assuming it only refers to emails, not traditional letters.

How do you pronounce Correspondence?

US: /["/ˌkɔːrəˈspɑːndəns/"]/, UK: /["/ˌkɒrəˈspɒndəns/"]/. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use Correspondence?

Use this term when talking about official or formal exchanges, such as business letters. Avoid in casual conversations or when referring to informal messages like texts or chats.

What CEFR level is Correspondence?

"Correspondence" is at C1 level on the CEFR scale.