pertain
/pəˈteɪn/ · /pərˈteɪn/
CEFR level C1Topic ThinkingWord #6003 in the learning path
有关；适用于
Definitions
v. To relate to or apply to a particular subject.
有关；适用于
Example
These rules pertain to everyone who uses the kitchen.
这些规定适用于所有使用厨房的人。
The committee reviewed documents pertaining to water quality before recommending stricter controls on industrial waste.
委员会在建议加强工业废物管控之前，审阅了有关水质的文件。
Collocations
- pertain to
- matters pertaining to
Synonyms
- relate
- concern
Usage tip
正式用语，通常接to；常见结构为pertaining to。
FAQ
- What does pertain mean?
- To relate to or apply to a particular subject.
- How is pertain pronounced?
- UK /pəˈteɪn/, US /pərˈteɪn/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.
