relationship; connection; importance; certificate
Meanings
6 senses · 18 examplesnoun
state of interaction and mutual influence
formalDescribes how two or more things affect each other. Often used in academic, scientific, or systemic contexts.
Correctly handle the relationship between the popularization and advancement of science and technology.
This switch has no connection to that light.
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The supply-demand relationship affects market prices.
noun
connection or bond between people or things
neutralA very common sense, referring to social, familial, professional, or any type of interpersonal connection.
Their marital relationship is very good.
He has many connections (through personal ties) at the company.
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Managing civil-military relations well is very important.
Don't rely on pulling strings (using personal connections) to get things done.
noun
significance; relevance; importance
informalOften used with '有' (have) or '没有' (not have) to indicate whether something matters. Similar to 'It doesn't matter'.
This point is very significant.
It's not important/It doesn't matter, after a little repair it will work just fine.
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Exam scores have a great bearing on his future prospects.
noun
reason; cause; factor; condition
informalUsed to vaguely refer to a specific reason or contributing factor, often as a polite or indirect way to explain a limitation.
Due to time constraints/reasons, we'll stop here for now.
The game was canceled due to weather conditions.
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Due to safety considerations, we must evacuate early.
noun
membership or affiliation certificate; document
formalAn official document proving one's membership in an organization (like the Communist Youth League, a party, etc.).
Carry your Youth League membership documents with you.
He is in the process of transferring his party membership documents.
verb
to relate to; to involve; to concern
formalAs a verb, meaning that something has a bearing on or is connected to something else, often something important.
Oil is an important resource that concerns the national economy and the people's livelihood.
This policy relates to the future of every family.
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Environmental protection concerns the well-being of future generations.