Pertinent for Dummies

Pertinent is a word that we use when we want to describe something that is relevant or related to a particular situation or topic. It's like having puzzle pieces that fit perfectly together to create a complete picture. When something is pertinent, it's like that missing puzzle piece that helps us understand or make sense of the bigger picture.

Let me give you an example to help you understand better. Imagine you are taking a math test, and you have to solve a word problem. To find the correct answer, you need to look for the pertinent information that is given in the problem. This means you have to find the important details that are directly related to finding the solution. If you focus on information that is not pertinent, like the color of the table or what the teacher was wearing, it won't help you solve the problem.

When we say something is pertinent, we are saying that it is important, useful, and directly connected to the subject at hand. It's like when you're talking to a friend about your favorite video game. You wouldn't start talking about your pet dog because that wouldn't be pertinent to the topic of video games. Instead, you would focus on things that are directly related, like the gameplay, characters, or strategies.

Another way to think about pertinent is like a bus route. When you get on a bus, you expect it to take you to your desired destination. The bus driver follows a specific route, stopping at pertinent (important) locations along the way such as bus stops and landmarks. These stops are directly related to your destination and help you get there efficiently. Similarly, when we talk about something being pertinent, we mean that it is like a bus stop along the way to understanding or solving a problem.

So, to sum it up, when we say something is pertinent, we mean that it is directly connected to the topic or situation and provides important and useful information. It's like finding that missing puzzle piece, following a bus route that stops at important locations, or keeping the conversation focused on the main subject. Remember, focusing on pertinent details will help you understand things better and make sense of the bigger picture!