B2 verb Neutral

link

/lɪŋk/

To connect or join two or more things together, or to show that a relationship exists between them. It is often used to describe how one event, idea, or physical object is related to another.

Ejemplos

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1

You can link your phone to the car's audio system via Bluetooth.

You can connect your phone to the car's audio system via Bluetooth.

2

The study aims to link environmental factors with the increase in childhood allergies.

The study aims to connect environmental factors with the increase in childhood allergies.

3

Just link me the video and I'll watch it during my break.

Just send me the URL for the video and I'll watch it during my break.

Familia de palabras

Sustantivo
link
Verb
link
Adjetivo
linked
Relacionado
linkage
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Truco para recordar

Visualize the metal links of a chain; they are separate circles that must be hooked together to form a strong connection.

Quiz rápido

The police are trying to ___ the suspect to a series of robberies that occurred last month.

¡Correcto!

La respuesta correcta es: link

Ejemplos

1

You can link your phone to the car's audio system via Bluetooth.

everyday

You can connect your phone to the car's audio system via Bluetooth.

2

The study aims to link environmental factors with the increase in childhood allergies.

formal

The study aims to connect environmental factors with the increase in childhood allergies.

3

Just link me the video and I'll watch it during my break.

informal

Just send me the URL for the video and I'll watch it during my break.

4

Evidence exists to link carbon emissions directly to global temperature rises.

academic

Evidence exists to connect carbon emissions directly to global temperature rises.

5

The new software will link our inventory database with the sales department.

business

The new software will connect our inventory database with the sales department.

Familia de palabras

Sustantivo
link
Verb
link
Adjetivo
linked
Relacionado
linkage

Colocaciones comunes

directly link directly connect
link to connect to
intrinsically linked naturally or closely connected
link between connection between
strongly link powerfully connect

Frases Comunes

missing link

a piece of evidence that is lacking but needed to complete a theory

weak link

the least reliable or effective part of a group or system

link up

to meet or connect with someone or something

Se confunde a menudo con

link vs attach

'Attach' implies physically fastening one thing onto another, while 'link' implies a functional, logical, or systemic relationship.

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Notas de uso

When used as a verb, it is most frequently followed by the prepositions 'to' or 'with'. It is a versatile word used in both scientific and digital contexts.

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Errores comunes

Learners sometimes use 'link' without a preposition when one is required, such as saying 'link the two ideas' instead of 'link the two ideas together' or 'link A to B'.

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Truco para recordar

Visualize the metal links of a chain; they are separate circles that must be hooked together to form a strong connection.

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Origen de la palabra

Originates from the Old Norse word 'hlenkr', which referred to a ring or a link in a chain.

Patrones gramaticales

link something to/with something be linked to/with link A and B together
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Contexto cultural

In modern digital culture, the verb 'link' is almost synonymous with sharing a URL or hyperlink on social media or messaging apps.

Quiz rápido

The police are trying to ___ the suspect to a series of robberies that occurred last month.

¡Correcto!

La respuesta correcta es: link

Palabras relacionadas

complement

A2

A thing that completes or brings to perfection something else. In grammar, it refers to a word or phrase that follows a verb and provides more information about the subject or object.

compound

A2

Describes something that is made of two or more separate parts or elements joined together. It is often used to talk about words, sentences, or chemical substances that have multiple components.

conceive

A2

To form an idea, plan, or concept in the mind. It is also the medical term used to describe when a woman becomes pregnant.

confer

A2

To discuss something with other people in order to reach a decision or exchange ideas. It can also mean to officially give an honor, title, or degree to someone.

conform

A2

To behave according to rules, standards, or what is expected by a group of people. It means to fit in or act in a way that matches others.

consecutive

A2

Following one after another in a continuous series without any breaks. It describes things that happen in a logical order, like numbers (1, 2, 3) or days (Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday).

consistency

A2

Consistency is the quality of always acting or behaving in the same way. it also describes how thick or smooth a liquid or substance is.

disclude

B1

Describing a state where someone or something is left out, omitted, or not allowed to participate in a group or activity. It refers to the condition of being kept apart from a whole or a set.

antiformous

B1

Describes a shape or structure that is curved or folded upwards like an arch. It is most often used in geology and geometry to describe a convex surface.

interspect

B1

Describing a person who is thoughtful and focused on their own internal thoughts and feelings. It refers to the act of looking inward to examine one's own emotions and motives rather than focusing on external things.

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