Social Intercourse

B2 16+
Pronunciation Definitions Examples Grammatical Forms Origin and Evolution

Pronunciation: /ˈsoʊʃəl ˈɪntərˌkɔrs/

Definitions of social intercourse

noun a formal or informal interaction or communication between individuals or groups

Example Sentences

A1 I enjoy social intercourse with my friends at school.

A2 Social intercourse is an important aspect of building relationships.

B1 Effective communication skills are essential for successful social intercourse.

B2 Cultural differences can sometimes affect social intercourse between individuals.

C1 The art of social intercourse involves understanding non-verbal cues and body language.

C2 In diplomatic circles, social intercourse plays a crucial role in international relations.

Examples of social intercourse in a Sentence

formal Professional networking events provide a platform for individuals to engage in meaningful social intercourse.

informal I enjoy socializing with my coworkers during office parties, it's a great way to have some social intercourse.

slang Let's hit up that new club downtown for some fun social intercourse!

figurative Reading classic literature allows for a form of social intercourse with the minds of past generations.

Grammatical Forms of social intercourse

past tense

engaged in social intercourse

plural

social intercourses

comparative

more social intercourse

superlative

most social intercourse

present tense

engages in social intercourse

future tense

will engage in social intercourse

perfect tense

has engaged in social intercourse

continuous tense

is engaging in social intercourse

singular

social intercourse

positive degree

social intercourse is important

infinitive

to engage in social intercourse

gerund

engaging in social intercourse

participle

engaged in social intercourse

Origin and Evolution of social intercourse

First Known Use: 1601 year
Language of Origin: Latin
Story behind the word: The term 'social intercourse' originated from Latin roots, with 'socialis' meaning 'related to society' and 'intercursus' meaning 'exchange'.
Evolution of the word: Originally used to describe interactions and communication between individuals within a society, the term 'social intercourse' has evolved to encompass a broader range of social interactions and relationships in contemporary usage.