Synonyms of pertain

pertain

verb

pər-ˈtān 

1

as in to belong

to be the property of a person or group of persons

the belief that quality medical care is a right that pertains to everyone

Synonyms & Similar Words

• belong
• appertain
• possess
• own
• have
• hold

2

as in to relate

to have a relation or connection

a person who is an expert in anything pertaining to the history of the American theater

Synonyms & Similar Words

• relate
• apply
• refer
• appertain
• affect
• involve
• concern
• bear
• have to do with
• interest
• connect
• touch
• couple
• interrelate
• link
• associate
• treat
• deal (with)
• tie in

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of pertain

This would only pertain to certain private schools that have received federal dollars. — Mollie Simon, ProPublica, 16 July 2026

Taylor Frankie Paul faces a new legal battle pertaining to the well-being of her three children. — Charna Flam, PEOPLE, 16 July 2026

While Wise’s veterinary license remains active, McMahan said that anything pertaining to that license would have to come from the Attorney General’s Office, which would bring findings to the veterinary board. — Post-Tribune, Chicago Tribune, 10 July 2026

Poncy claims the renaming could lead to safety risk and communication issues for pilots and air traffic controllers, raises uncertainties pertaining to licensing and trademark rights, and is an overreach of power on local government. — Abigail Hasebroock, Sun Sentinel, 8 July 2026

Phrases Containing pertain

• pertain (to)

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