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pertinence

 

[ หˆpษœหrtษชnษ™ns ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

in a discussion

The quality of being relevant or applicable. The state of being pertinent.

Synonyms

applicability, appropriateness, relevance

Examples of usage

  • The pertinence of his comments to the topic at hand was impressive.
  • Her argument lacked pertinence to the main issue.
Context #2 | Noun

legal

The quality of being relevant or to the point. The quality of being appropriate to the matter at hand.

Synonyms

appropriateness, materiality, relevance

Examples of usage

  • The pertinence of the evidence to the case was crucial for the verdict.
  • The lawyer emphasized the pertinence of the witness's testimony.
Context #3 | Noun

general

The quality of being relevant or appropriate. The state of being on point.

Synonyms

applicability, appropriateness, relevance

Examples of usage

  • The pertinence of his advice to the situation was appreciated.
  • The pertinence of her experience to the job requirements was evident.

Translations

Translations of the word "pertinence" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น pertinรชncia

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคชเฅเคฐเคพเคธเค‚เค—เคฟเค•เคคเคพ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Relevanz

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ relevansi

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ั€ะตะปะตะฒะฐะฝั‚ะฝั–ัั‚ัŒ

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ trafnoล›ฤ‡

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ้ฉๅˆ‡ใ•

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท pertinence

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ pertinencia

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท uygunluk

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ์ ์ ˆ์„ฑ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ู…ู„ุงุกู…ุฉ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ relevance

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ relevantnosลฅ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ็›ธๅ…ณๆ€ง

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ ustreznost

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ viรฐeigandi

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ า›ะฐั‚ั‹ัั‚ั‹ะปั‹า›

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒจแƒ”แƒกแƒแƒ‘แƒแƒ›แƒ˜แƒกแƒแƒ‘แƒ

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ษ™laqษ™lilik

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ pertinencia

Etymology

The word 'pertinence' comes from the Latin word 'pertinentia', which means 'pertaining to'. It has been used in the English language since the late 14th century. The concept of pertinence has always been important in discussions, legal matters, and general communication, as it signifies the relevance and appropriateness of information or actions. Understanding the pertinence of a topic or argument is crucial for effective communication and decision-making.

See also: impertinent, pertinency, pertinent.

Word Frequency Rank

At rank #28,461, this word represents specialized academic or technical vocabulary. It's less frequently encountered but may be valuable in specific contexts.