1 C1 idiomatic slang
To feel a strong, instinctive connection or sense of compatibility with a person, thing, or idea.
"I immediately vibed with her when we met — we have the same sense of humor."
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vibe with
C1 slang inseparable transitive
To feel an intuitive sense of connection, compatibility, or agreement with someone or something.
In plain English
Feel like you really click with someone or something — it just feels right.
What does "vibe with" mean?
2 meanings, ordered from most common to least. Color-coded by CEFR level.
2 C1 idiomatic slang
To feel that something suits your personal taste, style, or mood.
"I'm really not vibing with this new album — it's just not my style."
inseparable
Usage tip
Contemporary slang, particularly common among younger English speakers globally. Can apply to people, music, places, or ideas. Carries the connotation of an effortless, authentic connection rather than a forced or reasoned one. Increasingly common in casual speech.
Words that pair with "vibe with"
Natural word combinations native speakers use most often.
music energy people place idea style
How to conjugate "vibe with"
The five tense forms you'll use most often.
Base
vibe with
I/you/we/they
3rd person
vibes with
he/she/it
Past simple
vibed with
yesterday
Past participle
vibed with
have + pp
-ing form
vibing with
continuous
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click with connect with feel at home with gel with resonate with
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