connection - Master This Word
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connection Word Meanings
- a relationship or association with someone or something
- a point where two or more things join
- the act of linking or relating to something
connection Example Sentences
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connection Phonetic & Pronunciation
UK
/kəˈnɛkʃən/
US
/kəˈnɛkʃən/
connection Word Etymology
con- = with, nex = to bind; from Latin 'connectere' → Old French 'conecter' → English.; Imagine two hands reaching out to bind together, forming connections like a web.
Note 1: These definitions and etymologies are not standard dictionary definitions, but extended explanations provided to help with memorization and understanding of the actual application of words. Through this background information, we strive to make words more vivid and easier to understand, and help you remember their meanings in real life.
Note 2: LexiTalk designs the learning flow around the linguistics principle of “Comprehensible Input.” When learners encounter material that is slightly above their level but still understandable from context, the brain naturally absorbs the language. That’s why we keep every word inside authentic contexts, using examples and associations to help you understand it and use it flexibly.
Read the FAQ explanation of Comprehensible InputEnglish Brain Route
I lean in and move my hands, guiding a loose thread toward a second end. When the threads meet, I push and pull a bit, adjusting the loop until the two ends click into place. The grip tightens and I feel a small change, as if something that was separate now feels held together. That moment of hold becomes a connection, a quiet anchor between what was apart and what now belongs together.
Real Context
Connection is a broad noun that describes a relationship or link between people, ideas, places, or things. It can refer to friendships, professional ties, or emotional bonds, as well as practical links like a network connection or a bridge between concepts. A connection can be physical, such as a cable or a road, or abstract, such as a pattern that links two events. In technical contexts, 'connection' often implies an established, ongoing link rather than a one-time contact. Learners should distinguish between 'connection' and close synonyms like 'relation', 'link', or 'tie', and notice how collocations change with context (strong connection, weak connection, make a connection).
Usage Reminders
- • The word has physical, social, and abstract uses.
- • Learn common collocations: make a connection, establish a connection, strong/weak connection.
- • Distinguish from related terms: relation, link, bond.
- • Watch for context: technology vs relationships.
- • Use articles with countable senses: a connection, the connection.
- • Practice with 'make a connection between A and B' vs 'connect A to B'.
Common Misconceptions
- Think 'connection' always means internet or network; it also means relationships and ideas.
- Confuse 'connection' with 'relation' when talking about people; 'relation' often implies more formal ties.
- Mistake 'connect' and 'disconnect' as opposite nouns; they are verbs.
- Use 'connection' to describe a single event rather than an ongoing link in technical contexts.
- Overgeneralize to 'a strong connection' for everything; context matters for collocations.
Thinking Differences
In English, connection often connotes a link or tie that can be physical, social, or conceptual; learners may overemphasize technical links and overlook emotional or abstract connections.
Learning Tips
- Learn that 'connection' covers physical, social, and abstract senses.
- memorize key collocations: make a connection, establish a connection, strong/weak connection.
- Differentiate between relation, link, and bond depending on context.
- Note how 'connection' collocates with adjectives like strong and weak.
- Practice phrases like make a connection between A and B.
- Study the difference between connect (verb) and connection (noun).
5-Step Learning Method - Learn English in English
Step 1: Meaning
What is the meaning of the word 'connection'?
A.Join
B.Achieve
C.Relationship
D.Avoid
Step 2: Usage
Which sentence uses the word 'connection' correctly?
A.She turned off the phone to avoid any connection with the outside world.
B.The cat made a connection with the bone.
C.He tried to achieve a connection with the puzzle pieces.
D.The car couldn't start due to a faulty connection.
Step 3: Similar Words
Which word is most similar to 'connection'?
A.Separation
B.Bond
C.Isolation
D.Disconnection
Step 4: Opposite Words
What is the opposite of 'connection'?
A.Disseverance
B.Loneliness
C.Division
D.Union
Step 5: Mastery
Can you think of a real-life scenario where 'connection' plays a crucial role?
A.A situation where two friends drift apart
B.Attending a party without interacting with anyone
C.Discussing work opportunities with a colleague
D.Helping a stranger in need
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