Cool MateConnect
UK /["/kəˈnekt/","/kəˈnekts/","/kəˈnektɪd/","/kəˈnektɪŋ/"]/US /["/kəˈnekt/","/kəˈnekts/","/kəˈnektɪd/","/kəˈnektɪŋ/"]/
Definition
to join together two or more things; to be joined together
In simple words: to join or link things together
Examples
- I need to connect my phone to the Wi-Fi.
- They will connect with us after the meeting.
- He will connect the cables to the new television.
- It's important to connect emotionally with your audience.
- Can you connect me to the customer service representative?
Usage notes
Used to describe joining two entities, like people, ideas, or objects. Can be used in social contexts (connecting with friends) or technical contexts (connecting devices). Avoid in overly formal writing.
Grammar pattern
connect + object
Memory hint
Think of 'connect' as 'co-nex'—imagine two things being tied together with a strong rope.
Collocations
- directly
- physically
- remotely
- to
- with
- directly
- physically
- remotely
- to
- with
- directly
- physically
- remotely
- to
- with
- closely
- inextricably
- intimately
- to
- with
- directly
- physically
- remotely
- to
- with
Synonyms
- link
- join
- attach
- associate
- relate
Antonyms
- disconnect
- separate
- break
Common mistakes
- 'Connect with' is often confused with 'connect to'; 'connect to' is typically used for devices.
- 'Connecting' is sometimes incorrectly used when referring to relationships instead of feelings.