adj B2 Upper-Intermediate Uncommon

interpersonal

Interpersonal (adj) means relating to relationships or communication between people. Example: “Good interpersonal skills are essential for managers.”

adj

Relating to relationships or communication between people.

"Good interpersonal skills are essential for managers."

How to use interpersonal

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishTo do with how people interact and communicate with each other.

Common pairings

interpersonal skills interpersonal relationships interpersonal conflict

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Etymology

From inter- ("between") plus personal.

Rhymes for interpersonal

coronal rational diagonal personal seasonal national optional regional hormonal fictional emotional irrational

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Frequently asked questions

What does “interpersonal” mean?

The word “interpersonal” means relating to relationships or communication between people. In plain terms, to do with how people interact and communicate with each other.

How do you use “interpersonal” in a sentence?

Here is “interpersonal” used in a sentence: “Good interpersonal skills are essential for managers.”

What part of speech is “interpersonal”?

“Interpersonal” is an adjective.

Is “interpersonal” a common word?

“Interpersonal” is an uncommon word in modern English, usually learned at around the B2 level.