Relationship
12 lettersnouncommonUpdated June 2026
Definition
The way in which two or more people or things are connected, or the state of being connected. Relationships encompass emotional bonds, family ties, professional associations, and logical connections between concepts.
“The couple worked hard to maintain a healthy relationship built on trust and communication.”
Pronunciation
IPA
/rɪˈleɪʃənˌʃɪp/
Syllables
re·la·tion·ship
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Wordle
Contains 'RELATION' base with multiple vowels; 'SHIP' suffix
Scrabble
Valuable 12-letter word with 'H' and 'P' for extra points; common term
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