Communication

the process or activity of exchanging information or expressing feelings, thoughts, or ideas by speaking, writing, etc.

Good communication is key to a successful relationship.

a talk that is between two or more people and they tell each other about different things like feelings, ideas, and thoughts

During our conversation, I learned he had lived in Italy for five years.

your feelings or thoughts about a particular subject, rather than a fact

Despite popular opinion, I really enjoyed the movie.

to tell someone about the feelings or ideas that we have

He talked to his friend about his recent breakup.

to telephone a place or person

Can you call me back in ten minutes?

a phone that we can carry with us and use anywhere because it has no wires

Can you please mute your cell phone during the movie?

a discussion, typically a serious one, between two or more people with different views

His strong argument convinced the team to change their strategy.

an act or process of talking and sharing ideas in order to reach a decision or conclusion

The book club meeting ended with a lively discussion about the novel.

to take part in a violent physical action against someone

The soldiers bravely fought on the front lines during the war.

a written or printed message that is sent to someone or an organization, company, etc.

I received a thank-you letter from the charity I donated to.

to send a letter or package by post

He mailed his application to the university yesterday.

a thin, paper cover in which we put and send a letter

He wrote the address on the envelope.

to use words and our voice to show what we are thinking or feeling

He was saying that he wanted to quit his job and travel the world.

to use words and give someone information

Did he tell you about the new project?

to talk about something with someone, often in a formal manner

He wanted to discuss his concerns with the manager before making a formal complaint.

to go somewhere because we want to spend time with someone

I love to visit my uncle because he tells great stories.

to answer someone by writing or saying something

I need to reply to the email from my boss.

to speak to someone often angrily because one disagrees with them

He argues with everyone at work; it's so annoying!

in the company of or in proximity to another person or people

We walked together through the quiet streets.

without stress or strong emotion

She calmly explained her point despite the heated debate.

being by oneself

She was alone on the stage during her performance.

related to society and the lives of its citizens in general

The government implemented social programs to support vulnerable populations.

to have a person, letter, or package physically delivered from one location to another, specifically by mail

I need to send this important document to the head office by express mail.

to be given something or to accept something that is sent

Every morning, he receives a newspaper at his doorstep.

to know something's meaning, particularly something that someone says

Can you help me understand this equation?

to fail to understand something or someone correctly

He misunderstood the meeting time and arrived an hour early.

to hold the same opinion as another person about something

She agreed with the teacher's comment about her essay.

to hold or give a different opinion about something

He disagreed with the critic's review of the play.

to say yes to what is asked of you or offered to you

He accepted the responsibility of caring for the dog.

to refuse to accept a proposal, idea, person, etc.

He rejected the first draft of the report, asking for major revisions.

used to show our agreement or satisfaction with something

All right, I will help you with your homework.

something that is expressed through things one says or writes

His statement about the event was very detailed.

used to express a strong feeling of surprise, wonder, admiration, or amazement

I can't believe you finished the race so quickly, wow!

used to show that we are angry, interested, etc.

Ah, could you please turn down the music?

used to express surprise, realization, understanding

Oh, I didn't know you could play the guitar.

used as another way of saying 'yes'

Yeah, I agree with you on that point.

used to say hi

Hey, how's it going?

to observe and pay attention to something

As she walked through the garden, she noted the vibrant colors of the flowers.

a written or spoken request to someone, asking them to attend a party or event

She received an invitation to her friend's birthday party next weekend.

to exchange information, news, ideas, etc. with someone

She communicates effectively with her team members.

to express your annoyance, unhappiness, or dissatisfaction about something

Emily likes to complain about the long commute to work every morning.

to make a formal or friendly request to someone to come somewhere or join something

She invites friends over for dinner every Friday night.

to say the sound of a letter or word correctly or in a specific way

She pronounces each word with clarity during the language class.