bef
riend
Third Person
befriends
Present Participle
befriending
Past Tense
befriended
Past Participle
befriended
1
to make friends with someone
transitive
- During the school orientation, she made an effort to befriend her classmates.
- It's always nice to befriend your new neighbors to create a welcoming community.
- In a foreign country, travelers often seek to befriend locals for a more authentic experience.
- The rescue dog quickly befriended its new owner, creating a strong bond.
- Children easily befriend others in the playground, forming quick connections.