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entwine

Intermediate (B1)

IPA: /ɪnˈtwaɪn/

KK: /ɪnˈtwaɪn/

intransitive verb
Definition

To twist or weave together in a way that they are connected or intertwined.


Example

The vines began to entwine around the old tree.


Tense Forms

Past: entwined

Past Participle: entwined


Conversation
Sloth A
Have you noticed how the vines entwine around the fence in the garden?
Sloth B
Yeah, it looks really beautiful when they do that.
Sloth A
I love how they entwine and create a natural decoration.
Sloth B
Me too! It gives the whole place a cozy vibe.

Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
twist
intertwine
coil
Antonyms
untwist
separate
disconnect
transitive verb
Definition

To twist or weave together, often in a way that makes them connected or intertwined.


Example

The vines entwine around the tree trunk, creating a beautiful natural design.


Tense Forms

Past: entwined

Past Participle: entwined


Conversation
Sloth A
Have you seen how the vines entwine around the old tree in the park?
Sloth B
Yeah, it's beautiful! It looks like nature's artwork.
Sloth A
I love how they entwine so perfectly; it makes the tree look magical.
Root Explanation

**Entwine** → It is formed from "en-" (meaning to cause to be in) and "twine" (from Old English *twīnan*, meaning to twist or turn). The word "entwine" means to cause to be twisted together or to interlace.

Memory Tip

Think of causing something to be 'in' a twist — 'en-' means to cause to be in, and 'twine' means to twist. This helps you remember that entwine means to twist things together.

Visually Confused Words
untwine
retwine
pentine
dentine
betwine
twine
unentwined
disentwine
Is this page helpful?
Sloth B
Absolutely! It really adds to the charm of the whole area.

Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
intertwine
twist
weave
Antonyms
separate
untwist
disentangle