Connect
/kəˈnɛkt/
Definitions
2 meaningsTo bring two or more things or people together; to establish a relationship or link.
/kəˈnɛkt/
To join or link things together.
The two wires connect at the terminal.
💡 Simply: Imagine you're building with LEGOs. Connecting is like snapping two bricks together! It means making things or people work together or link up, like when you get your phone online.
👶 For kids: To put two things together like when you put Legos together!
More Examples
She connected with her family on a video call.
The train connects Paris to Berlin.
How can I connect to the internet on this device?
How It's Used
"I need to connect my laptop to the Wi-Fi."
"We connect with friends on social media."
To establish a bond, or emotional rapport, with another person or group; to feel a sense of understanding or empathy.
/kəˈnɛkt/
To associate or sympathize with someone.
The speaker really connected with the audience.
💡 Simply: Connecting can also mean feeling like you 'get' someone. It's like when you meet someone and you just click - you understand each other and enjoy spending time together. Like sharing the same favorite food!
👶 For kids: To like someone and be friends.
More Examples
I felt a strong sense of connection with her.
It's easy to connect with others who share your interests.
Good mentors connect with their mentees.
How It's Used
"It's important for parents to connect with their children."
"They really connected during their first conversation."
Idioms & expressions
connect the dots
To understand the relationship between several pieces of information, or to find meaning in a seemingly random collection of facts.
"After reviewing the evidence, I was finally able to connect the dots and see who was responsible for the crime."
make a connection
To establish a relationship, or to find a link between things.
"The seminar was designed to help you make valuable business connections."
From Latin *connectere* 'to bind together,' from *con-* (with, together) + *nectere* (to bind, tie).
The word has been used since the late 14th century, originally meaning 'to join or fasten together,' later expanding to include social and emotional links.
Memory tip
Think of electrical wires – you *connect* them to get power.
Word Origin
"to bind, tie"