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Meaning of friends-to-lovers | Babel Free

Noun CEFR C2

Definitions

A trope in romance fiction (particularly fan fiction) involving the development of a friendship into romantic love.

attributive, often, uncountable

Examples

“When I started the Mafia Moguls series, I knew I wanted a friends-to-lovers trope—one of my absolute favorite storylines.”
“Between the classic friends-to-lovers trope, incredible dialogue, and undeniable chemistry between Meg Ryan and Billy Crystal, this is one film that you MUST watch⟳.”
“A sparkling, warm romance that reminds us why the friends-to-lovers trope is superior!”

CEFR level

C2
Mastery
This word is part of the CEFR C2 vocabulary — mastery level.
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See also

Friendsgiving friendship friendship bench friendship book friendship bracelet friendship centre

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