What is another word for friend of a friend?

Pronunciation: [fɹˈɛnd əvə fɹˈɛnd] (IPA)

When we meet someone new, it's not uncommon to exchange pleasantries and find out we have a "friend of a friend" in common. It's a phrase that describes a loose connection between people who share a mutual acquaintance. There are several other synonyms for "friend of a friend" that convey the same meaning, including mutual friend, acquaintance, secondary contact, and indirect connection. These terms help identify relationships and connections that are not necessarily close but could develop into something more meaningful. Regardless of the word we choose, it's always exciting to find out we have a common connection and can expand our network of friends and colleagues.

What are the hypernyms for Friend of a friend?

A hypernym is a word with a broad meaning that encompasses more specific words called hyponyms.

Famous quotes with Friend of a friend

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  • "I you," he said. "I your scent. Long ago, yes, but I never forget. I know your name." "A friend of a friend, perhaps?" I eyed his spear-tip nervously. Unlike Eagle-beak, he didn't wave it about at all. "No... an enemy..." "Terrible when you can't remember something that's right on the tip of your tongue," I observed. " it, though? And you try so hard to recall it, but often as not you can't because some fool's interrupting you, prattling away so you can't concentrate, and-" Bull-head gave a bellow of rage. "Shut up! I almost had it then!"
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