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befriend vs be friend

The correct phrase is "befriend." The phrase "be friend" is not a commonly used construction in English.

Last updated: March 29, 2024

befriend

Correct. It is a commonly used verb in English meaning to make friends with someone.

Use "befriend" as a verb to indicate the action of making friends with someone. It is used in sentences like "She decided to befriend her new neighbor."

Examples:

  • He tried to befriend his classmates by joining a study group.
  • It's important to befriend people from different backgrounds.
  • She was able to befriend the shy girl in her class.
  • The teacher encouraged the students to befriend each other.
  • He wanted to befriend the new employee to make her feel welcome.

be friend

Incorrect. This is not a commonly used construction in English.

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