encounter
Translation
to meet, to face, to come across
Examples
We encountered some problems with the new system.
We encountered some problems with the new system.
I encountered an old friend at the supermarket.
I encountered an old friend at the supermarket.
Grammar Patterns
((sb./sth.)) to meet (sb.) or experience (sth.), especially unexpectedly We encountered unexpected difficulties.
Similar Words
Synonyms: meet, face, run into, come across; Antonyms: avoid, evade, dodge
Etymology
From 'en-' (in) + Old French 'contre' (against). To come up against something.
Memory Tips
Think of a 'counter' in a store. You might 'encounter' someone you know there unexpectedly.