correspond to — to be similar to, connected with, or equivalent to something
Part of speech: VERB
Definition: to be similar to, connected with, or equivalent to something
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˌkɔːrɪˈspɑːnd tuː/
Example Sentences
- His cooking skills don't correspond to his confidence in the kitchen.
- The test scores correspond to the amount of time students spent studying.
- My bank account balance corresponds to my shopping addiction perfectly.
correspond to
VERB[/ˌkɔːrɪˈspɑːnd tuː/]
to be similar to, connected with, or equivalent to something
Each key corresponds to one lock — only the correct pair fits perfectly.
The colors on the chart corresponded to the colors on the map. (CO-RESPOND TO → two things match each other exactly)
Their ideas corresponded to each other, helping them bond and stay friends beyond school.
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
From Latin 'correspondere', combining 'com-' (together) and 'respondere' (to answer or respond). The term evolved through Old French and Middle English to mean 'to answer together' or 'to be in agreement'.
Breakdown
co- (together) + respond (answer, from Latin respondere) + -ent (one who) = correspondent; correspond (verb form) + to (preposition indicating relationship or direction)
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🔗Collocations
📝Examples
“His cooking skills don't correspond to his confidence in the kitchen.”
“The test scores correspond to the amount of time students spent studying.”
“My bank account balance corresponds to my shopping addiction perfectly.”
“Each color on the chart corresponds to a different temperature range.”
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