Relation

Pronunciation: /rɪˈleɪʃən/

Definitions of relation

noun a person who is connected by blood or marriage; a relative

Example Sentences

A1 My sister and I have a good relation.

A2 The relation between the two countries has improved in recent years.

B1 It's important to maintain a healthy relation with your colleagues at work.

B2 The company's success is directly related to its strong relations with suppliers.

C1 The diplomat's ability to navigate complex international relations is commendable.

C2 The professor's research on the relation between genetics and behavior has received international acclaim.

Examples of relation in a Sentence

formal The company is looking to establish a strong business relation with their new partners.

informal I have a good relation with my neighbor, we often help each other out.

slang I'm in a complicated relation with my ex, it's hard to move on.

figurative The relation between hard work and success is undeniable.

Grammatical Forms of relation

• past tense: related
• plural: relations
• comparative: more related
• superlative: most related
• present tense: relates
• future tense: will relate
• perfect tense: have related
• continuous tense: is relating
• singular: relation
• positive degree: related
• infinitive: to relate
• gerund: relating
• participle: related

Origin and Evolution of relation

First Known Use: 1300 year

Language of Origin: Latin

Story behind the word: The word 'relation' originated from the Latin word 'relatio' which means 'bringing back' or 'report'.

Evolution of the word: Over time, the word 'relation' evolved to encompass a wider range of meanings including a connection or association between things or people, as well as the way in which things are related to each other.