correspondence
Translation
correspondence, letters, mail, similarity
Examples
We have been in correspondence for years.
We have been in correspondence for years.
I have a pile of correspondence to answer.
I have a pile of correspondence to answer.
There is a close correspondence between the two reports.
There is a close correspondence between the two reports.
Grammar Patterns
((uncountable noun)) communication by letters. I am in correspondence with an old friend.
((a correspondence between A and B)) a similarity or connection. There is a correspondence between the two ideas.
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Etymology
From the verb 'correspond' plus the noun suffix '-ence', which indicates a state or action. So, it's the action of corresponding.
Memory Tips
Think of it as the collection of 'responses' sent 'co-' (together) between people. It's the noun form of the verb 'to correspond'.