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

Definizione e significato di "acquaintance"in inglese

Acquaintance
01

conoscenza

a person whom one knows but is not a close friend
acquaintance definition and meaning
example
Esempi
She bumped into an old acquaintance at the grocery store and exchanged pleasantries.
Si è imbattuta in una vecchia conoscenza al supermercato e hanno scambiato convenevoli.
Though they were only acquaintances, he always greeted her warmly whenever they crossed paths.
Sebbene fossero solo conoscenti, la salutava sempre calorosamente ogni volta che si incrociavano.
02

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

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