Connect - Dictionary Page
Connect
Part of Speech
Verb
Pronunciation
IPA: /kəˈnɛkt/ (British & American)
Definitions
- To join or link two or more things together.
- To establish a relationship or association between things or people.
- To plug in or attach a device to another system for operation.
- To make sense or be logically related.
Usage Examples
- She connected the printer to her computer.
- The teacher helped the students connect the historical events.
- We connected over our shared love of music.
- The road connects the two towns.
Etymology
From Latin "connectere," meaning "to fasten together," from "con-" (together) and "nectere" (to bind).
Synonyms
- Join
- Link
- Attach
- Unite
- Relate
Antonyms
- Disconnect
- Detach
- Separate
- Divide
Translations
| Language |
Translation |
Pronunciation |
| Spanish | Conectar | ko-nek-TAR |
| French | Connecter | ko-nek-TAY |
| German | Verbinden | fer-BIN-den |
| Hindi | जोड़ना | joṛ-na |
| Tamil | இணைக்க | i-ṇaik-ka |
| Chinese | 连接 | lián jiē |
| Russian | Соединять | so-ye-dee-NYAT |
| Arabic | ربط | rabt |
| Japanese | 接続する | setsuzoku suru |
| Korean | 연결하다 | yeon-gyeol-ha-da |
Regional Pronunciation Variations
- British English: /kəˈnɛkt/
- American English: /kəˈnɛkt/
- Australian English: /kəˈnɛkt/ (often with a slightly softer "t")
Historical Usage
The word "connect" has been used in English since the 17th century, initially meaning "to bind together" before extending to social, technological, and emotional contexts.
Cultural Nuances
"Connect" is frequently used in modern digital culture to refer to internet connections, networking, and interpersonal relationships. It is also associated with emotional and social bonds.
More Information
The concept of "connection" is integral to many fields, including technology (Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, networking), psychology (emotional connections), and philosophy (the interconnectedness of life). The term is also widely used in metaphoric contexts, such as connecting ideas or establishing meaningful relationships.