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Reconnecting: meaning, definitions and examples

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reconnecting

 

[ ˌriːkəˈnɛktɪŋ ]

Verb
Context #1 | Verb

social relationship

Reconnecting refers to the process of reestablishing a relationship or connection with someone or something after a period of separation or disconnection. This can happen in various contexts, such as friendships, family ties, or professional networks. The act of reconnecting often involves communication, emotional expression, and sometimes reconciliation after a disagreement or misunderstanding. Additionally, it can apply to reestablishing connections with technology, such as reconnecting to the internet or a device.

Synonyms

reestablish, relink, restore, resume

Examples of usage

  • After years apart, they decided to reconnect over coffee.
  • I hope we can reconnect after the misunderstanding.
  • The application helped users in reconnecting with old friends.
  • Reconnecting with my family members was a joyous occasion.

Translations

Translations of the word "reconnecting" in other languages:

🇵🇹 reconectando

🇮🇳 फिर से कनेक्ट करना

🇩🇪 wieder verbinden

🇮🇩 menghubungkan kembali

🇺🇦 повторне з’єднання

🇵🇱 ponowne połączenie

🇯🇵 再接続

🇫🇷 reconnexion

🇪🇸 reconectar

🇹🇷 yeniden bağlanma

🇰🇷 재연결

🇸🇦 إعادة الاتصال

🇨🇿 znovu připojení

🇸🇰 opätovné pripojenie

🇨🇳 重新连接

🇸🇮 ponovno povezovanje

🇮🇸 aftur tenging

🇰🇿 қайта қосылу

🇬🇪 მחדש დაკავშირება

🇦🇿 yenidən qoşulma

🇲🇽 reconectar

Word origin

The word 'reconnecting' is derived from the prefix 're-' which comes from Latin 're-', meaning 'again' or 'back', and the verb 'connect', which originates from the Latin 'connectere', meaning 'to join together'. The combination 'reconnect' was first recorded in English in the mid-20th century, evolving as a response to modern societal changes, particularly with the rise of technology and social media platforms that make it easier to maintain and renew connections. The act of reconnecting has become increasingly prevalent in an age characterized by fast-paced changes and transient relationships. It reflects a human desire for connection and closeness, emphasizing the importance of personal relationships in our lives.

Word Frequency Rank

This word's position of #33,779 indicates it's among the more rare English words. While understanding it broadens your vocabulary, focus on more common words first.