linked
word · lemma: link
/ˈɫɪŋkt/
lingkt
/lˈɪŋkt/
lingkt
Definition
If things are "linked," they are connected or related to each other in some way, either physically, logically, or by cause and effect.
Usage & Nuances
Used in formal and informal contexts. Common collocations: 'closely linked', 'directly linked', 'linked to/with'. Refers to both physical connections and abstract relationships (like ideas, causes, or events). Often confused with 'connected', which is more physical or electronic.
Spanish: vinculado - enlazado - relacionadoPortuguese (BR): ligado - conectado - vinculadoPortuguese (PT): ligado - conectado - vinculadoChinese (Simplified): 关联的 - 连接的Chinese (Traditional): 關聯的 - 連接的Hindi: जुड़ा हुआ - संबंधितArabic: مرتبط - متصلBengali: সংযুক্ত - যুক্ত - সম্পর্কিতRussian: связанный - связаныJapanese: つながっている - 関連しているVietnamese: liên kết - kết nối - liên quanKorean: 연결된 - 관련된Turkish: bağlantılı - ilişkiliUrdu: منسلک - جُڑا ہواIndonesian: terkait - terhubung
Example Sentences
The two cities are linked by a bridge.
basic
The illnesses are linked to polluted water.
basic
Her past is linked to the history of this town.
basic
Their success is closely linked to teamwork.
natural
The document is linked to your email for easy access.
natural
These problems are all linked in one way or another.
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