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intermingle

 

[ ˌɪntərˈmɪŋɡəl ]

Verb
Context #1 | Verb

mixing elements

To intermingle means to mix or blend two or more elements together. This can refer to various contexts such as fabrics, cultures, or even ideas. When things intermingle, they become interconnected, influencing one another in a way that can be both subtle and profound. The act of intermingling can create complex relationships and enhance the richness of the individual components involved.

Synonyms

blend, combine, integrate, merge, mix

Examples of usage

  • The artist decided to intermingle different styles in her paintings.
  • Their cultures began to intermingle after years of coexistence.
  • The flavors of the dish intermingle beautifully to create a unique taste.

Translations

Translations of the word "intermingle" in other languages:

🇵🇹 entrelaçar

🇮🇳 मिश्रण करना

🇩🇪 verweben

🇮🇩 mencampur

🇺🇦 переплітати

🇵🇱 mieszać

🇯🇵 絡ませる

🇫🇷 mêler

🇪🇸 entremezclar

🇹🇷 karıştırmak

🇰🇷 섞다

🇸🇦 دمج

🇨🇿 mísit

🇸🇰 miešať

🇨🇳 交织

🇸🇮 prepletati

🇮🇸 blanda saman

🇰🇿 араластыру

🇬🇪 შერევა

🇦🇿 qarışdırmaq

🇲🇽 entremezclar

Word origin

The word 'intermingle' is derived from the Latin verb 'interminglare', which combines 'inter-' meaning 'between' and 'minglare', meaning 'to mix'. The word has evolved through Old French and Middle English before acquiring its modern form in the 16th century. Initially used in various contexts relating to the mixing of liquids, over time, its meaning expanded to include mixing in broader contexts like cultures, identities, and ideas. The prefix 'inter-' emphasizes a mutual or reciprocal action, highlighting the way in which elements influence each other when intermixed. Today, 'intermingle' is commonly used to describe the blending of diverse aspects in both literal and metaphorical senses.

Word Frequency Rank

This word's position of #30,864 indicates it's among the more rare English words. While understanding it broadens your vocabulary, focus on more common words first.