Cool MateMeaning of Mutual
used to describe feelings that two or more people have for each other equally, or actions that affect two or more people equally
In simple words: Shared by two or more people.
Mutual in a sentence
- **mutual respect/understanding**
- **mutual support/aid**
- They parted by mutual consent.
- I don't like her, and I think **the feeling is mutual** *(= she doesn't like me either)*.
- We met at the home of a mutual friend.
- They soon discovered a mutual interest in music.
How to use Mutual
Commonly used to describe feelings, agreements, or relationships that involve both parties. In formal contexts, 'mutual' is appropriate, but may sound overly complex in casual conversation.
Grammar pattern
mutual + noun
Memory hint
Think of 'mutual' like 'both in the same boat'.
Related words
Collocations with Mutual
- mutual understanding
- mutual respect
- mutual friends
Synonyms for Mutual
- shared
- joint
- reciprocal
- common
- collective
Opposites of Mutual
- unilateral
- one-sided
Common mistakes with Mutual
- Confused with 'reciprocal' - not always interchangeable.
- Used incorrectly with singular nouns - should be plural or collective.
- Omitting necessary context - 'mutual' needs to describe something shared.
Mutual appears in
Mutual in other languages
- Arabicالعربية
متبادل
مشترك بين شخصين أو أكثر.
- Bengaliবাংলা
পারস্পরিক
দুই বা ততোধিক লোকের মধ্যে ভাগ করা।
- GermanDeutsch
Gegenseitig
Von zwei oder mehr Personen geteilt.
- SpanishEspañol
Mutuo
Compartido por dos o más personas.
- Persianفارسی
متقابل
به اشتراک گذاشته شده توسط دو یا چند نفر.
- FrenchFrançais
Mutuel
Partagé par deux personnes ou plus.
- Hindiहिन्दी
आपसी
दो या दो से अधिक लोगों के बीच साझा।
- ItalianItaliano
Reciproco, Mutuo
Condiviso da due o più persone.
- PortuguesePortuguês
Mútuo, Recíproco
Compartilhado por duas ou mais pessoas.
- RussianРусский
Взаимный
Общий для двух или более человек.
- Urduاردو
باہمی، مشترکہ
دو یا دو سے زیادہ لوگوں کے درمیان مشترکہ۔
- Chinese中文
相互的
由两人或更多人共享。
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Frequently asked questions about Mutual
What does Mutual mean?
Shared by two or more people.
What is the definition of Mutual?
used to describe feelings that two or more people have for each other equally, or actions that affect two or more people equally
How do you use Mutual in a sentence?
**mutual respect/understanding**
Can you give another example of Mutual?
**mutual support/aid**
What are synonyms for Mutual?
Common alternatives include shared, joint, reciprocal, common, collective.
What is the opposite of Mutual?
Opposite meanings include unilateral, one-sided.
What words go with Mutual?
It commonly pairs with mutual understanding, mutual respect, mutual friends.
What are common mistakes when using Mutual?
Confused with 'reciprocal' - not always interchangeable. Used incorrectly with singular nouns - should be plural or collective. Omitting necessary context - 'mutual' needs to describe something shared.
How do you pronounce Mutual?
US: /["/ˈmjuːtʃuəl/"]/, UK: /["/ˈmjuːtʃuəl/"]/. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.
When should I use Mutual?
Commonly used to describe feelings, agreements, or relationships that involve both parties. In formal contexts, 'mutual' is appropriate, but may sound overly complex in casual conversation.
What CEFR level is Mutual?
"Mutual" is at C1 level on the CEFR scale.