liaise
4 synonyms for liaise, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Verb — To communicate and work with another person or group in order to coordinate or reach agreement.
Synonyms
Less common
Still standard English, but they carry more weight.
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
How to use liaise
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
liaise with
liaise closely
Common in business and official contexts, less so in casual speech.
Etymology
A back-formation from "liaison," itself from French liaison ("binding, connection").
Full origin of liaise →Frequently asked questions
What does “liaise” mean?
The word “liaise” means to communicate and work with another person or group in order to coordinate or reach agreement. In plain terms, to keep in contact and cooperate with someone else, usually to coordinate work.
How do you pronounce “liaise”?
“Liaise” is pronounced lihy-EHYZ (/liːˈeɪz/ in IPA).
How do you use “liaise” in a sentence?
Here is “liaise” used in a sentence: “She liaises with suppliers to make sure deliveries arrive on time.”
What part of speech is “liaise”?
“Liaise” is a verb.
Where does the word “liaise” come from?
The word “liaise” comes from French. A back-formation from "liaison," itself from French liaison ("binding, connection").
