How Do You Spell RELATED?
Pronunciation: [ɹɪlˈe͡ɪtɪd] (IPA) 
Pronunciation: [ɹɪlˈe͡ɪtɪd] (IPA)
The term "related" refers to a connection or association between two or more things, individuals, or concepts. It pertains to the state of being connected or linked in some way, often through a shared characteristic, attribute, or relationship. When something is considered related, it implies that it has a close or meaningful connection to another element. This connection can be based on various factors such as similarity, dependence, influence, origin, kinship, or relevance.
In a broader sense, "related" can indicate an association in the context of familial relationships or genetics. It suggests that there is a blood or legal connection between individuals, often sharing a common ancestor or family lineage. Furthermore, the term can describe a connection between ideas, fields, or topics, indicating that they are interconnected or interdependent.
The concept of "related" emphasizes the bond or link between entities, highlighting their shared characteristics, interrelations, or dependencies. It signifies that there is a certain degree of similarity, correspondence, or relevance that exists between the connected elements. The notion of relatedness helps to establish connections, identify patterns, understand contexts, and study interdependencies in various domains of knowledge.
Allied by kindred; connected by blood.
Etymological and pronouncing dictionary of the English language. By Stormonth, James, Phelp, P. H. Published 1874.
* The statistics data for these misspellings percentages are collected from over 15,411,110 spell check sessions on www.spellchecker.net from Jan 2010 - Jun 2012.
The word "related" comes from the Middle English word "relaten", which was derived from the Latin word "relatus". "Relatus" is the past participle of the Latin verb "referre", which means "to refer". In this context, "related" originally meant "referred" or "connected by reference". Over time, its meaning expanded to include the sense of being connected by blood or family relationships.
