partake — to take part in or become involved in an activity
Part of speech: VERB
Definition: to take part in or become involved in an activity
Pronunciation (IPA): /pɑːrˈteɪk/
Example Sentences
- The shy student finally decided to partake in the karaoke competition.
- My grandmother refuses to partake of any food that isn't homemade.
- The vegetarian politely declined to partake in the barbecue feast.
partake
VERB[/pɑːrˈteɪk/]
to take part in or become involved in an activity
Joining in the community gathering
Stay awake to partake, avoid mistake!
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
Partake emerged in Middle English as a compound of 'part' (a portion or share) and 'take' (to seize or grasp). Originally denoting the literal act of taking a share or portion of something, the word evolved to mean 'to participate in' or 'to have a share in' an activity or experience.
Breakdown
part- (a portion or share) + -take (to seize or grasp). The compound originally meant 'to take a part' and developed the figurative sense of 'to participate' or 'to share in'.
🎵Rhyme
🔗Collocations
📝Examples
“The shy student finally decided to partake in the karaoke competition.”
“My grandmother refuses to partake of any food that isn't homemade.”
“The vegetarian politely declined to partake in the barbecue feast.”
“Even the principal decided to partake in the silly hat day at school.”
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