Be on the same wavelength

phrase

To understand or agree with what someone is thinking or saying.

I really get along with Sarah - it's like we're on the same wavelength.
Visual representation of "be on the same wavelength" - To understand or agree with what someone is thinking or saying

Often appears as...

  • on the same wavelength as
  • not on the same wavelength

Usage tips

Idiomatic

phrase

To understand or agree with what someone is thinking or saying.

I really get along with Sarah - it's like we're on the same wavelength.
Visual representation of "be on the same wavelength" - To understand or agree with what someone is thinking or saying

Often appears as...

  • on the same wavelength as
  • not on the same wavelength

Usage tips

Idiomatic

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Visual representation of "be on the same wavelength"
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Informal Use

Used mainly in casual conversations, not in formal settings.

Illustration for Informal Use
When chatting with my cousin, it's clear we're on the same wavelength about movies.
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Common Interests

Often implies shared interests or opinions, not just agreement.

Illustration for Common Interests
We both love jazz, we're really on the same wavelength.
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Harmony in Teams

Used to describe good team dynamics where members work well together.

Illustration for Harmony in Teams
The project succeeded because the whole team was on the same wavelength.
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Informal Use

Used mainly in casual conversations, not in formal settings.

Illustration for Informal Use
When chatting with my cousin, it's clear we're on the same wavelength about movies.
LampPro Tip 2/3

Common Interests

Often implies shared interests or opinions, not just agreement.

Illustration for Common Interests
We both love jazz, we're really on the same wavelength.
LampPro Tip 3/3

Harmony in Teams

Used to describe good team dynamics where members work well together.

Illustration for Harmony in Teams
The project succeeded because the whole team was on the same wavelength.
LampPro Tip 1/3

Informal Use

Used mainly in casual conversations, not in formal settings.

Illustration for Informal Use
When chatting with my cousin, it's clear we're on the same wavelength about movies.
LampPro Tip 2/3

Common Interests

Often implies shared interests or opinions, not just agreement.

Illustration for Common Interests
We both love jazz, we're really on the same wavelength.
LampPro Tip 3/3

Harmony in Teams

Used to describe good team dynamics where members work well together.

Illustration for Harmony in Teams
The project succeeded because the whole team was on the same wavelength.
Visual representation of the word "Be on the same wavelength"

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