pertain UK /pəˈteɪn/US /pɚˈteɪn/ verb4 •To relate to, concern, or be relevant to.That question doesn't pertain to the topic, so I'm not going to answer it. •To apply; to be or remain in place; to continue to be applicable. •To belong to or be connected as a part, adjunct, attribute, or accessory.That spare wheel pertains to this car. •To be appropriate or suitable. formspertained · pertaining · pertaineth · pertains · pertainest