Translation and Meaning
- Word: encounter
- Language: English
- Meaning: encounter
- CEFR Level: B2
- Part of speech: verb
- Topic: English Achievement and Progress
Pronunciation audio
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Example Sentences
- We have recently encountered a challenge that could help us progress faster. German: Wir sind kürzlich auf eine Herausforderung gestoßen, die uns schneller voranbringen könnte.
When and How to Use "encounter"
Use "encounter" when you want to talk about "encounter" in English. It functions as "verb". In SmartWords it is linked to the English Achievement and Progress topic. Because it appears in B2 material, it is a practical word to practice early in your English study. Use the example sentences above to notice common word order and nearby words.
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