relate
Intermediate (B1)
IPA: /rɪˈleɪt/
KK: /rɪˈleɪt/
intransitive verb
Definition
To have a connection or relationship with something or someone.
Example
The stories he tells relate to his childhood experiences.
Tense Forms
Past: related
Past Participle: related
Conversation
I really think that movie can relate to our experiences.
Definitely! It reminded me of when we traveled together.
Exactly! Those moments really relate to the storyline.
For sure, it made everything feel more real and personal.
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
connect
correspond
link
Antonyms
disconnect
diverge
separate
transitive verb
Definition
To show how things are connected or to tell a story about something.
Example
She can relate her experiences from the trip to others.
Tense Forms
Past: related
Past Participle: related
Conversation
I really enjoy stories that relate to real-life experiences.
Me too! They feel so much more authentic.
Do you have a favorite book that does that?
Root Explanation
Relate → It is formed from "re-" (meaning again) and "latus" (meaning carried or brought). The word "relate" means to bring back or recount something again, often in the context of telling a story or connecting ideas.
Memory Tip
Think of 'bringing back' ('re-') a story or information that has been 'carried' ('latus') — that's why relate means to tell or connect.
Visually Confused Words
reslate
replate
reflate
prelate
elate
relocate
religate
relevate