Behind the verb pertain lies the Latin verb pertinēre, which means “to be applicable” or “to hold through.” If you think the rules of the road don’t pertain to you, try explaining that to the state trooper when you get pulled over.

How do you use the word pertain?

Pertain in a Sentence ?

1. The statistics found in the study pertain to the relationship between coffee drinking and poor sleep habits.
2. The x-rays displayed pertain to fracture in the patient’s left wrist.
3. These notes pertain to the symbolism and metaphors Lord Byron’s poetry.

What does the word pertain?

intransitive verb. 1a(1) : to belong as a part, member, accessory, or product. (2) : to belong as an attribute, feature, or function the destruction pertaining to war. (3) : to belong as a duty or right rights that pertain to fatherhood.

What is the synonym of pertaining?

Synonyms for pertain (to) concern, cover, deal (with), treat (of)

Does not pertain in a sentence?

1. His remark did not pertain to the question. 2. This matter does not pertain to politics.

What is pertain in a sentence?

Pertain sentence example. Your questions should pertain directly to the discussion topic. Many workers tend to remember funny safety slogans that pertain to their specific safety issues. Books, CDs or DVDs that pertain to a special hobby or interest.

Is related with or to?

Question: When do you use “relate to” versus “relate with”? 1- “Relate to” should be used when the meaning of the verb is about connections. For example, “I relate to your pain” and “Those cases relate to each other.” If you want to follow standard English, avoid “I relate with your pain,” and so on.

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