third-person singular verb
It joins two things so that they become linked or work together.
This road connects the town to the airport.
The bridge connects the two islands.
American English
How to pronounce connects
verbB1Very common word
kuhNEHKTS
/kʰəˈnɛkts/
2 syllables · Stress the second syllable.
Form of connect
This form is used with he, she, it, or a singular noun in the present tense.
It joins two things so that they become linked or work together.
Practice out loudMeanings & examples
third-person singular verb
It joins a phone, computer, or other device to a network or system so that the device can use it.
The tablet connects to the internet automatically.
The cable connects the computer to the printer.
third-person singular verb
It puts one person in contact with another person, especially by phone or email.
The switchboard connects callers to the right department.
The receptionist connects customers with a specialist.
third-person singular verb
It forms a natural or friendly relationship with someone.
She connects with her new coworkers quickly.
The speaker connects with the audience.
Useful expressions
to understand how separate facts or events are related
The report helped us connect the dots.
to form a natural or friendly relationship with someone
She connects well with children.
to join the internet through a device
The tablet cannot connect to the internet.
Related words & forms
The final consonant is doubled before -ed and -ing: connected, connecting.