contribute to — to help to cause or add to something
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: to help to cause or add to something
Pronunciation (IPA): /kənˈtrɪbjuːt tuː/
Korean meaning: ~에 기여하다, ~에 원인이 되다, ~을 돕다
Korean pronunciation: 컨**트리**뷰트 투
Example Sentences
- Eating too much pizza contributed to my inability to fit into my favorite jeans.
- His constant dad jokes contribute to the awkward silence at family dinners.
- Teamwork and dedication contribute to achieving our goals.
contribute to
NOUN//kənˈtrɪbjuːt tuː//
to help to cause or add to something
to help to cause or add to something
What you attribute to others becomes a tribute to all who contribute to success!
🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
라틴어 'contribuere'에서 유래했으며, 'con(함께)'과 'tribuere(주다, 할당하다)'가 합쳐진 말로, 함께 무언가를 주거나 보탠다는 의미에서 발전했습니다.
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🔗Collocations
📝Examples
“Eating too much pizza contributed to my inability to fit into my favorite jeans.”
“His constant dad jokes contribute to the awkward silence at family dinners.”
“Teamwork and dedication contribute to achieving our goals.”
“Regular exercise contributes to mental well-being.”
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