mingle
Elementary (A2)
IPA: /ˈmɪŋɡl/
KK: /ˈmɪŋɡl/
intransitive verb
Definition
To mix or combine with others in a social setting or to interact with people.
Example
At the party, everyone was eager to mingle and get to know each other.
Tense Forms
Past: mingled
Past Participle: mingled
Conversation
Are you going to the party tonight?
Yeah, I heard it's a great place to mingle with people.
Sounds fun! I love events where you can just mingle and meet new friends.
Exactly! It’s always nice to connect with others.
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
mix
blend
associate
Antonyms
separate
divide
disconnect
transitive verb
Definition
To mix or combine different things or people together, often in a social setting.
Example
At the party, guests were encouraged to mingle and get to know each other.
Tense Forms
Past: mingled
Past Participle: mingled
Conversation
I heard there's a party this weekend where everyone can mingle.
That sounds fun! I love meeting new people.
Yeah, it's a great chance to mingle and make some friends.
Root Explanation
Mingle → It originates from the Old English 'mengan' (meaning to mix or blend). The word 'mingle' means to mix or combine different elements together.
Memory Tip
Think of mixing different things together, as 'mingle' means to blend or combine.
Visually Confused Words
ingle
unmingle
remingle
immingle
comingle
bemingle
wingle
tingle