In the context of social capital, there are also weak ties and strong ties, which refer to the strength of interpersonal relationships. Strong ties are close, typically with family, close friends, and trusted confidants. Weak ties refer to acquaintances or infrequent, casual relationships, such as coworkers, neighbors, or distant friends. These are the ties that are critical for social mobility because, for example, they help someone find a job or learn about new resources (Granovetter, 2017).
