pertinent
Say it: PUR-tih-nunt /ˈpɝtənənt/ · adjective
What “pertinent” means
Directly connected to what you're dealing with.
More precisely: Relevant and applicable to a particular matter.
Example: “Bring only the pertinent documents to the visa appointment.”
When to use it
In fairly formal conversations, when you want information, questions or details that directly help with the matter being discussed.
Similar words
relevant, germane, apposite
Where it comes from
From Latin pertinere, "to relate to."
Quick check
You're choosing a bike, and someone asks how far you'll ride each day. What word describes their question?
pertinent or personal?
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pertinent
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