pertain
Translation
to relate to, to concern, to belong to
Examples
This evidence pertains to the case.
This evidence pertains to the case.
The duties that pertain to this job are complex.
The duties that pertain to this job are complex.
Grammar Patterns
((to sth.)) to relate to (sth.) This evidence pertains to the case.
Similar Words
Synonyms: relate to, concern, apply to
Etymology
From Latin 'per-' (thoroughly) + 'tenere' (to hold). The idea is of 'holding through' or being connected to something.
Memory Tips
Think of something 'pertaining' to a topic as holding a permanent connection to it. Always used with 'to'.