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Word Forms of “Relation”

A connection between things or people; family members or how people know each other.

Word Family of Relation

What is the noun of relation? — relation

relation

What is the verb of relation? — relate

relate

How to Use Each Word Form in a Sentence

  • There is a close relation between exercise and good health. B1
  • The relation between the two countries improved after the trade agreement. B1
  • My distant relation is visiting us next week, so we're planning a family dinner. A2

Word Form Patterns for Relation

-ate

Adds **-ate** to form a verb meaning to perform an action. Example: relation → relate.

Common Word Form Mistakes with Relation

Wrong: The relation between stress and illness are well documented.

Correct: The relation between stress and illness is well documented.

The singular noun 'relation' takes singular verb 'is', not 'are'.

Frequently Asked Questions About Word Forms of Relation

What are the word forms of “relation”?

The confirmed forms are shown in the word family cards above. Missing parts of speech are hidden instead of filled with placeholder text.

What part of speech is “relation”?

“relation” is primarily a noun. Some forms above show how the same root works as other parts of speech.

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