Grammar fix
mutual respect
respect from both sides
When two people or groups both value and treat each other well, showing consideration and understanding.
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Hear it in context
Notice where the phrase sounds natural.
A healthy friendship is built on mutual respect and trust.
In my opinion, mutual respect is essential for a successful marriage because both partners need to feel valued.
Fix the pattern
One small grammar move makes it sound right.
Not: We have a mutual respect to each other.
Say: We have mutual respect for each other.
Respect FOR each other (not 'to'); 'mutual' already means both ways.
Which sounds natural?
Tap the one a native speaker would say.
'Reciprocal sense of respect' is academic; 'mutual respect' is the set phrase.
Build natural chunks
Words that usually travel with it.
mutual respect
- mutual respect
- based on
- built on
- for each other