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relevance

Meaning in simple English, pronunciation and examples

Pronunciation: US /ˈrɛləvəns/

relevance means: The importance of something because it connects closely to the subject being discussed.

noun

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The importance of something because it connects closely to the subject being discussed.

  • I do not see the relevance of that question.
  • Her research has direct relevance to our work.
  • The teacher explained the relevance of the story.

How to use it: relevance to something (These figures have little relevance to our discussion.)

Similar words: pertinence, applicability

Opposites: irrelevance

Common phrases: relevance to something, practical relevance, little relevance, direct relevance

Questions about relevance

What does relevance mean?

The importance of something because it connects closely to the subject being discussed.

What is relevance in other languages?

Türkçe: ilgi · Español: pertinencia · Français: pertinence · Deutsch: Relevanz · Italiano: pertinenza · 日本語: 関連性

How do you pronounce relevance?

It is pronounced /ˈrɛləvəns/.

How do you use relevance in a sentence?

I do not see the relevance of that question. Her research has direct relevance to our work.

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