Cool MateRelated
UK /["/rɪˈleɪtɪd/"]/US /["/rɪˈleɪtɪd/"]/
Definition
connected with something/somebody in some way
In simple words: Connected or similar to something.
Examples
- The two topics are closely related in many aspects.
- He is related to the famous author through his grandmother.
- Many people find it easier to learn related concepts together.
- Their shared interests are what make them related as friends.
- Is there a related article that could help me understand this better?
Usage notes
Use 'related' when discussing topics, ideas, or items that have a connection. It's suitable in both informal and formal contexts, but might be less appropriate in casual conversations about non-serious topics.
Grammar pattern
related + to + object
Memory hint
Think of 'relate' as a bridge connecting two things together.
Collocations
- be
- seem
- closely
- integrally
- intimately
- to
- be
- closely
- distantly
- biologically
- to
- be
- closely
- distantly
- biologically
- to
Synonyms
- connected
- associated
- linked
- similar
Antonyms
- unrelated
- disconnected
Common mistakes
- Confuse 'related' with 'relation'; they have different grammatical uses.
- Using 'related' without the correct preposition 'to'.
- Saying 'related with' instead of 'related to'.