acquaintance
acq
ˈək
ēk
uain
weɪn
vein
tance
təns
tēns
British pronunciation
/əˈkweɪntəns/

Definition und Bedeutung von „acquaintance“ im Englischen

Acquaintance
01

Bekannte(r)

a person whom one knows but is not a close friend
acquaintance definition and meaning
example
Beispiele
She bumped into an old acquaintance at the grocery store and exchanged pleasantries.
Sie stieß im Supermarkt auf einen alten Bekannten und tauschte Höflichkeiten aus.
Though they were only acquaintances, he always greeted her warmly whenever they crossed paths.
Obwohl sie nur Bekannte waren, grüßte er sie immer herzlich, wenn sie sich begegneten.
02

familiarity or knowledge gained about someone or something through experience or exposure

example
Beispiele
She has a broad acquaintance with classical literature.
His acquaintance with modern art is limited.
03

a social relationship that is less intimate than a friendship

example
Beispiele
Their connection is merely an acquaintance, not a deep friendship.
They maintained casual acquaintances through mutual friends.
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