connect

• 动词，指把两个或多个事物连接、联结在一起，常用于科技、网络或人际关系等语境。

A verb meaning to join or link two or more things together, often used in the context of technology, networks, or relationships.

1. Join or linkA2formal

   To join two or more things together physically or logically.

   连接

   • Connect the printer to the computer with this cable.
   • The bridge connects the two parts of the city.
   • These two ideas are connected in many ways.

   同义词attachcombinecouplefasteninterconnectjoinlinkunite

   反义词detachdisconnectdisjoindivideseparatesever

2. Establish communicationA2formal

   To establish a communication link, especially by telephone or internet.

   连接

   • Please hold while I connect you to the manager.
   • I couldn't connect to the Wi-Fi network.
   • The operator connected the call to the right department.

   同义词contactdialget throughlinkreach

   反义词disconnectseverterminate

3. Associate mentallyB1formal

   To form a mental association between people, things, or ideas.

   联想

   • People often connect this brand with high quality.
   • I never connected him with that political movement.
   • She connects the smell of coffee with her childhood mornings.

   同义词associatebracketcorrelatecoupleequateidentifylinkrelatetie

   反义词disconnectdissociateseparate

4. Form a relationshipB2informal

   To establish a good relationship or rapport with someone.

   建立联系

   • They really connected on their first date.
   • The teacher connects well with her students.
   • It's hard to connect with people who don't share your interests.

   同义词bondclickcommunicateget alongrelateunderstand