noun phrase · neutral
life partner
UK/ˈlaɪf ˈpɑːtnə(r)/US/ˈlaɪf ˈpɑːrtnər/life PAR·tner
a person with whom one has a long-term romantic relationship, often implying commitment
Examples
“She described him as her life partner rather than just a boyfriend.”
“Many hope to find a reliable life partner who shares their values.”
“Choosing a life partner is one of the most important decisions people make.”
Band 8 sentence
“Selecting a life partner involves aligning long-term goals, emotional compatibility and practical expectations rather than mere attraction.”
Collocations
- find a life partner
- choose a life partner
Word family
Common mistakes
my life partner is my wife/husband (used interchangeably when not married)→my life partner / my wife / my husband (choose the accurate term)
find life partner→find a life partner
Say it for a higher band
5husband/wife→6partner→7+life partner
Synonyms
spouse
Easily confused
spouse
“He listed his spouse as his next of kin on the form.”
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