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open relationship

open relationship

Meaning of open relationship

non-exclusive partnership

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British English/ˈəʊpən rɪˈleɪʃən/
American English/ˈoʊpən rɪˈleɪʃənʃɪp/
Russian transcription[ɐtˈkrɨtɨje ɐtnɐˈʂenʲɪjə]
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open relationship with English translation

open relationship usage examples

🇬🇧English🇷🇺Russian

Both partners agreed some rules before starting an open relationship.

Оба партнёра согласовали правила перед началом открытых отношений.

🇬🇧English🇷🇺Russian

He asked many questions to understand what an open relationship would mean for them.

Он задавал много вопросов, чтобы понять, что для них будет значить открытые отношения.

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open relationship synonyms

Related word breakdowns

What's the difference between open relationship / open marriage / consensual non-monogamy / ethical non-monogamy / open arrangement / polyamorous relationship

O
🇬🇧English
open marriage

Same idea applied to married couples: a marriage where spouses permit other partners.

B2Often

Their open marriage works because they have strict boundaries and honesty.

C
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consensual non-monogamy

A formal umbrella term emphasizing consensual agreements to be non-monogamous.

B2Rarely

The therapist discussed consensual non-monogamy as a valid option for some couples.

E
🇬🇧English
ethical non-monogamy

Emphasizes consent, honesty and ethical conduct in non-monogamous arrangements; umbrella term.

B2Rarely

They practice ethical non-monogamy, with clear communication about boundaries.

O
🇬🇧English
open arrangement

A synonymous, slightly more formal phrasing for an agreement that allows other partners.

B2Rarely

They have an open arrangement and have set rules about seeing other people.

P
🇬🇧English
polyamorous relationship

Specifies having multiple romantic relationships simultaneously with consent and emotional involvement.

B2Often

She's in a polyamorous relationship with two partners who all communicate openly.

S
🇬🇧English
swinging

Usually denotes couples exchanging sexual partners socially; emphasizes recreational sex rather than emotional multiple bonds.

B2Often

They attend swinging parties with other couples a few times a year.

R
🇬🇧English
relationship anarchy

A philosophy rejecting relationship hierarchies and fixed rules; may include non-monogamy but differs in principles.

B2Rarely

They follow relationship anarchy, so every connection is negotiated individually.

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How to pronounce open relationship and what this word means

open relationship means open relationship. This page includes translation, pronunciation, transcription, audio, usage examples and related words.

how to pronounce open relationship

/ˈəʊpən rɪˈleɪʃən/

open relationship translation

open relationship

open relationship examples

Both partners agreed some rules before starting an open relationship.

open relationship transcription

/ˈəʊpən rɪˈleɪʃən/, /ˈoʊpən rɪˈleɪʃənʃɪp/

Questions about this word

open relationship meaning: what does it mean?

non-exclusive partnership

open relationship pronunciation: how do you pronounce it?

open relationship is pronounced as /ˈəʊpən rɪˈleɪʃən/. Audio is available on this page when the word has a recording.

open relationship definition and sentence examples: how is it used in a sentence?

Both partners agreed some rules before starting an open relationship. Translation: Оба партнёра согласовали правила перед началом открытых отношений.

Is open relationship part of Marriage and Romantic Relationships vocabulary?

Yes, open relationship can be learned in the Marriage and Romantic Relationships topic. This semantic link helps build related word lists and topic-based practice.

Is open relationship part of Family and Relationships vocabulary?

Yes, open relationship can be learned in the Family and Relationships topic. This semantic link helps build related word lists and topic-based practice.

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