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Partner

🇬🇧 UK /["/ˈpɑːtnə(r)/"]/ 🇺🇸 US /["/ˈpɑːrtnər/"]/

Meaning of Partner

a person that you are doing an activity with, such as dancing or playing a game

In simple words: A person you work or share something with.

Partner in a sentence

• She is my dance partner for the recital.
• I will be your partner in this project.
• He is a business partner in the new venture.
• They are a great partner for our team.
• As a partner, I trust you with important decisions.
• During the game, each player picks a partner.
• My partner and I enjoy cooking together.
• The agency is looking for a partner to expand their reach.
• Being a partner means sharing responsibilities.

How to use Partner

Use 'partner' in both personal and professional contexts. It is appropriate to describe a romantic relationship as well as business collaborations. Avoid using it in very formal situations where 'associate' might be better.

Grammar pattern

partner + noun

Memory hint

Think of 'part' as in sharing and 'ner' as in a friend, so a partner is a sharing friend.

Related words

Collocations with Partner

• bridge
• doubles
• tennis
• choose
• find
• change
• former
• one-time
• dominant
• have
• seek
• find
• full
• equal
• active
• make somebody
• find
• seek
• company
• institution
• organization
• partner in
• biggest
• main
• principal
• partner in

Synonyms for Partner

• associate
• colleague
• companion
• mate
• ally

Opposites of Partner

• enemy
• opponent
• rival

Common mistakes with Partner

• Confusing 'partner' with 'spouse' when only referring to a romantic context.
• Using 'partner' in singular form without specifying an activity or relationship.
• Overusing 'partner' when the context calls for specific roles like 'employee' or 'colleague'.

Frequently asked questions about Partner

What does Partner mean?

A person you work or share something with.

What is the definition of Partner?

a person that you are doing an activity with, such as dancing or playing a game

How do you use Partner in a sentence?

She is my dance partner for the recital.

Can you give another example of Partner?

I will be your partner in this project.

What are synonyms for Partner?

Common alternatives include associate, colleague, companion, mate, ally.

What is the opposite of Partner?

Opposite meanings include enemy, opponent, rival.

What words go with Partner?

It commonly pairs with bridge, doubles, tennis, choose, find, change, former, one-time, dominant, have, seek, find, full, equal, active, make somebody, find, seek, company, institution, organization, partner in, biggest, main, principal, partner in.

What are common mistakes when using Partner?

Confusing 'partner' with 'spouse' when only referring to a romantic context. Using 'partner' in singular form without specifying an activity or relationship. Overusing 'partner' when the context calls for specific roles like 'employee' or 'colleague'.

How do you pronounce Partner?

US: /["/ˈpɑːrtnər/"]/, UK: /["/ˈpɑːtnə(r)/"]/. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use Partner?

Use 'partner' in both personal and professional contexts. It is appropriate to describe a romantic relationship as well as business collaborations. Avoid using it in very formal situations where 'associate' might be better.

What CEFR level is Partner?

"Partner" is at A1 level on the CEFR scale.