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liaise

Intermediate (B1)

IPA: /liˈeɪz/

KK: /liˈeɪz/

intransitive verb
Definition

To communicate and work together with others to achieve a common goal or to share information.


Example

The project manager will liaise with the team to ensure everyone is on the same page.


Tense Forms

Past: liaised

Past Participle: liaised


Conversation
Sloth A
Hey, do you think we should liaise with the other teams for the project?
Sloth B
Definitely! It would help us gather more ideas and resources.
Sloth A
I agree, and I can liaise with my contacts to set up a meeting.
Sloth B
Great! Let me know when you have that arranged.

Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
connect
coordinate
communicate
Antonyms
disconnect
dissociate
separate
Root Explanation

Liaise → It originates from the French word 'lier' (meaning to bind or tie) and the suffix '-ise' (a verb-forming suffix). The word 'liaise' means to establish a connection or relationship, particularly in a collaborative context.

Memory Tip

Think of 'binding' ('lier') things together to remember that 'liaise' means to connect or work together.

Visually Confused Words
lipase
laiose
lise
lias
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