How to Pronounce "pertain to"
expression
pɝˈteɪn/ /ˈtu/, /tə/, /tɪ
per-TAYN too, per-TAYN tuh, per-TAYN ti
pətˈeɪn/ /tˈuː
puh-TAYN TOO
Definition
To relate to or be connected with a particular topic, subject, or issue. Used when something is relevant or applies to a specific situation.
IPA Transcription
American English
pɝˈteɪn/ /ˈtu/, /tə/, /tɪ
British English
pətˈeɪn/ /tˈuː
Simplified Pronunciation
US
per-TAYN too, per-TAYN tuh, per-TAYN ti
UK
puh-TAYN TOO
Listen in Context
The new rules pertain to students only.
These documents pertain to your application.
Does this information pertain to my case?
Most of his comments didn't pertain to the topic at hand.