hit it off

Bond right away

To hit it off is to quickly establish a warm connection with someone, usually upon first meeting: We hit it off immediately and talked for hours.

The phrase suggests natural rapport rather than gradual warming—chemistry that's apparent from the start.

connection

click

Brief sharp noise

  • bondBinding tie or connection
  • gelWobbly semi-solid substance
  • meshInterlocking open weave

resonate · harmonize · relate · befriend · rapport · chemistry · vibe · sync · jibe · take to

compatibility

affinity

Natural liking or attraction

likeminded · wavelength · match · fit · accord · harmony · alignment · kinship · congeniality · understanding

sociability

camaraderie

Goodwill among companions

chumminess · friendliness · gregariousness · conviviality · rapport · ease · comfort · openness · approachability · amicability

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Opposites
interpersonal connection

hit it offclash

Violent disagreement or collision

get off on the wrong foot · dislike · butt heads · antagonize · fall out

Family

off, hit, hitting, hits, hitter, offed, offs, offing, hitters

Familiarity
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Known to kids · Used worldwide · Timeless · Abstract · Positive · Everyday, not technical · Rated G