pertinent
/ˈpɜːtɪnənt/ · /ˈpɝːtənənt/
CEFR level C1Topic ThinkingWord #5488 in the learning path
相关的；切题的
Definitions
adj. directly related to the matter being discussed
相关的；切题的
Example
Lena asked a pertinent question about the repair costs.
莉娜问了一个关于维修费用的切题问题。
Evidence about local air quality is particularly pertinent to discussions of expanding public transport networks.
有关当地空气质量的证据与扩大公共交通网络的讨论尤其相关。
Collocations
- pertinent question
- pertinent information
- pertinent to
Word family
- pertinence (n.)
- pertinently (adv.)
Synonyms
- relevant
- apposite
Antonyms
- irrelevant
Usage tip
常用pertinent to表示与某事相关，语体较正式。
FAQ
- What does pertinent mean?
- directly related to the matter being discussed
- How is pertinent pronounced?
- UK /ˈpɜːtɪnənt/, US /ˈpɝːtənənt/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.
