on speaking terms
Definitions
Acquainted and friendly; in a state where salutations and general remarks can be comfortably exchanged.
Examples
“Ms. [Gomotsang] Modibu considers herself to be on speaking terms with the animals she sees every day. She sees them as her colleagues.”
“Cap [Captain America] and I fell out hard. We're not on speaking terms.”
CEFR level
C1
Advanced
This word is part of the CEFR C1 vocabulary — advanced level.
This word is part of the CEFR C1 vocabulary — advanced level.
See also
Know this word better than we do? Language is a living thing — help us keep it growing. Collaborate with Babel Free