B1noun 1K

Friendship

🇬🇧 UK /["/ˈfrendʃɪp/"]/ 🇺🇸 US /["/ˈfrendʃɪp/"]/

Meaning of Friendship

a relationship between friends

In simple words: A close relationship between two or more people.

Friendship in a sentence

• Their friendship has grown strong over the years.
• True friendship means being there for each other in difficult times.
• Friendship can sometimes turn into love.
• They formed a close friendship during their university days.
• The breakup of their friendship was unexpected and hurtful.
• She values friendship above all else in her life.

How to use Friendship

Use 'friendship' in contexts discussing personal relationships. It's appropriate in both informal and formal settings, such as in letters or speeches about bonds and connections. Avoid using it in business or professional contexts where relationships are more transactional.

Grammar pattern

standalone noun

Memory hint

Think of 'friends in a chip'—imagine a team sharing a potato chip, enjoying their bond.

Related words

Collocations with Friendship

• deep
• firm
• good
• build
• develop
• establish
• develop
• grow
• begin
• friendship between
• friendship with
• bonds of friendship
• ties of friendship
• the hand of friendship
• deep
• firm
• good
• build
• develop
• establish
• develop
• grow
• begin
• friendship between
• friendship with
• bonds of friendship
• ties of friendship
• the hand of friendship

Synonyms for Friendship

• companionship
• closeness
• solidarity
• affection
• brotherhood

Opposites of Friendship

• animosity
• hostility
• enmity

Common mistakes with Friendship

• Confusing 'friendship' with 'acquaintance' - friendship is closer than just knowing someone.
• Using 'friendships' when talking about the concept in general; it's often uncountable.
• Saying 'friendship's' for possessive in a non-standard way; use 'the friendship of friends' instead.

Frequently asked questions about Friendship

What does Friendship mean?

A close relationship between two or more people.

What is the definition of Friendship?

a relationship between friends

How do you use Friendship in a sentence?

Their friendship has grown strong over the years.

Can you give another example of Friendship?

True friendship means being there for each other in difficult times.

What are synonyms for Friendship?

Common alternatives include companionship, closeness, solidarity, affection, brotherhood.

What is the opposite of Friendship?

Opposite meanings include animosity, hostility, enmity.

What words go with Friendship?

It commonly pairs with deep, firm, good, build, develop, establish, develop, grow, begin, friendship between, friendship with, bonds of friendship, ties of friendship, the hand of friendship, deep, firm, good, build, develop, establish, develop, grow, begin, friendship between, friendship with, bonds of friendship, ties of friendship, the hand of friendship.

What are common mistakes when using Friendship?

Confusing 'friendship' with 'acquaintance' - friendship is closer than just knowing someone. Using 'friendships' when talking about the concept in general; it's often uncountable. Saying 'friendship's' for possessive in a non-standard way; use 'the friendship of friends' instead.

How do you pronounce Friendship?

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

When should I use Friendship?

Use 'friendship' in contexts discussing personal relationships. It's appropriate in both informal and formal settings, such as in letters or speeches about bonds and connections. Avoid using it in business or professional contexts where relationships are more transactional.

What CEFR level is Friendship?

"Friendship" is at B1 level on the CEFR scale.