Definition and meaning of English word "attach"
attach
/əˈtætʃ/
Meaning
VerbTo fasten, to join to (literally and figuratively).
How to use
The verb 'attach' is often used in formal and informal contexts to describe physically fastening or joining something to something else. A common learner mistake is to confuse 'attach' with 'attach to', which changes the meaning. For example, 'attach a file to an email' is correct, but 'attach a file' can be ambiguous.
🇬🇧 English
attach
Example
Attach a file
Attach a photo
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Common phrases
- attach a file— attach a file
- attach to a document— attach to a document
- attach importance to— attach importance to
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Frequency rank: #694 in English
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What does the English word "attach" mean?▼
The English word "attach" means "attach" in English.
How do you pronounce the English word "attach"?▼
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Yes, here is a practical example: "Used for joining" (which translates as "attach").
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