Correspondence

B2 16+

Pronunciation: /ˌkɔrəˈspɑndəns/

Definitions of correspondence

noun a close similarity, connection, or equivalence

Example Sentences

A1 I received a letter in the mail, but I haven't had a chance to read the correspondence yet.

A2 The email correspondence between the two parties was filled with misunderstandings.

B1 The official correspondence from the company stated that they would be making changes to their policies.

B2 The legal team reviewed all correspondence related to the case before proceeding with the lawsuit.

C1 The diplomatic correspondence between the two countries was carefully worded to avoid any misunderstandings.

C2 The historian spent years studying the correspondence of a famous author to gain insight into their personal life.

Examples of correspondence in a Sentence

formal The correspondence between the two companies was conducted through official letters.

informal I received your email, but let's continue this correspondence over the phone.

slang I'm tired of this back and forth correspondence, let's just meet in person.

figurative The correspondence of colors in the painting created a harmonious effect.

Grammatical Forms of correspondence

past tense

corresponded

plural

correspondences

comparative

more correspondence

superlative

most correspondence

present tense

correspond

future tense

will correspond

perfect tense

have corresponded

continuous tense

is corresponding

singular

correspondence

positive degree

correspondent

infinitive

to correspond

gerund

corresponding

participle

corresponded

Origin and Evolution of correspondence

First Known Use: 1250 year
Language of Origin: Latin
Story behind the word: The word 'correspondence' originated from the Latin word 'correspondentia', which is derived from the verb 'correspondere' meaning 'to be in agreement, to be in harmony'.
Evolution of the word: Over time, the word 'correspondence' evolved to not only refer to agreement or harmony, but also to communication through letters or messages exchanged between parties.