To connect or link two or more things so they become continuous; to join (e.g., cables, networks).
パソコンをルーターにつなげるだけでインターネットに接続できます。
You can connect to the Internet just by attaching the computer to the router.
彼とはSNSでつながっているが、会ったのは一度だけだ。
I'm connected with him on social media, but I've only met him once.
古いパイプを新しいものにつなげる作業は注意が必要だ。
Connecting the old pipe to the new one requires care.
To tie or fasten something so it does not come loose; to secure by tying.
荷物が落ちないようにロープでしっかりつなげてください。
Please tie the luggage securely with rope so it doesn't fall.
彼女は髪を一つにまとめてゴムでつなげた。
She gathered her hair into one and tied it with an elastic.
橋の両端をワイヤーでつなげて強度を高める。
They connect the two ends of the bridge with wires to increase strength.
To transfer (a phone call) to someone else; to put through a call.
すみません、課長につなげてもらえますか?
Excuse me, could you put me through to the section chief?
オペレーターが他の担当者に電話をつなげた。
The operator transferred the call to another person in charge.
この番号から直接技術窓口につなげます。
This number will connect you directly to technical support.