A Unified Geometric Interpretation of Time Dilation in Special and General Relativity

This work presents a unified geometric interpretation of time dilation as it arises in both special and general relativity. By examining time dilation through a common geometric framework, the study highlights the underlying continuity between kinematic effects in flat spacetime and gravitational effects in curved spacetime. The analysis emphasizes how differences in relative motion and spacetime curvature can be understood within a single conceptual structure, offering an intuitive perspective on relativistic time effects. The discussion is primarily theoretical and conceptual, aiming to clarify the geometric origin of time dilation rather than introduce new empirical results. This manuscript is a preprint and has not been peer-reviewed. Comments and constructive feedback are welcome.