How to Use "Relate" with Example Sentences

relate (v): to make a connection

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Used with verbs:

"I am trying to relate to him, but it is not easy."
(trying, able)

"I can relate to what he's saying."
(can, cannot)

Used with nouns:

"After she related her experience to me, I was shocked."
(experience)

Used with adverbs:

"I can closely relate to my students."
(closely, directly)

"I specifically relate to this age group."
(specifically, primarily)

Used with prepositions:

"I can't relate to her at all."
(to)