Word
friendship
Phoneticsfriend·ship, stress on the first syllable
US/ˈfɹɛndʃɪp/
UK/fɹˈɛndʃɪp/
Definitions
01the state of being friends
A2 · Elementary Uncountable noun
n. the feeling or state of being friends with someone.
n. the abstract state or condition of being friends; often used in an uncountable sense to describe the concept of mutual support.
日本語:友情※
“Their friendship grew stronger over the years they spent working together.”
“True friendship is often forged in the face of shared adversity, where mutual reliance becomes a necessity rather than a choice.”
Usage
Often used as an uncountable noun when referring to the general concept.
Synonyms
02a specific relationship
A2 · Elementary Countable noun
n. a particular relationship you have with a specific friend.
n. a specific, countable relationship between two or more individuals characterized by mutual affection.
日本語:友情※
“She formed many close friendships during her first year at university.”
“The diplomat maintained several lifelong friendships with colleagues from across the globe, despite their differing political views.”
Usage
Used as a countable noun when referring to individual connections.
Synonyms
03goodwill between groups
B2 · Upper Intermediate Uncountable noun Formal
n. friendly feelings between different countries or groups of people.
n. a state of goodwill or cooperation between nations, organisations, or large groups.
日本語:友好※
“The festival was organized to promote friendship between the two cities.”
“The treaty was signed as a gesture of enduring friendship, intended to stabilise the border regions after decades of intermittent conflict.”
Synonyms
Collocations
Common phrases and expressions where native English speakers use the word “friendship” in context.
Verb
01. develop a friendship
“They developed a strong friendship after working together on the project for three months.”
verb + noun
02. form a friendship
“It is often easy to form a friendship with people who share your hobbies.”
verb + noun
03. ruin a friendship
“Arguments about money can often ruin a long-term friendship.”
verb + noun
Adjective
04. close friendship
“Sarah and Jane have a very close friendship and talk to each other every day.”
adj + noun
05. lasting friendship
“The summer camp helped the children build lasting friendships that continued for years.”
adj + noun
06. true friendship
“True friendship is based on honesty and supporting each other during difficult times.”
adj + noun
Noun
07. bond of friendship
“The shared experience of the marathon created a deep bond of friendship between the runners.”
noun + of + noun
08. value of friendship
“Living alone made him realize the true value of friendship.”
noun + of + noun
Word family
NOUN
ADJECTIVE
Idioms
- Exam level
- CambridgeCambridgeCambridge English QualificationsThe exam suite from Cambridge University Press & Assessment, from A1 Movers up to C2 Proficiency. The benchmark names double as CEFR labels.B1 PreliminaryIELTSIELTSInternational English Language Testing SystemThe 0–9 band test co-owned by the British Council, IDP, and Cambridge. Used for university entry, work, and migration.4.0–5.0TOEFL iBTTOEFL iBTTest of English as a Foreign Language, Internet-Based TestETS's academic English test, the standard route for US university admissions. Scored 0–120, with a 1–6 scale since 2026.1–6 scale: 3.0–3.544–71TOEICTOEICTest of English for International CommunicationETS's workplace English test, big in Japan and Korea. Listening & Reading scores 10–990 and tops out at C1.550–784
- Frequency
- Common
- Level
- B1 · IntermediateOxford
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