A part in Meaning in English
expression
ˈeɪ/, /ə/ /ˈpɑɹt/ /ˈɪn/, /ɪn
uh-PART-in
æɪ/ /pˈɑːt/ /ˈɪn
uh-PAHT-in
Definition
To have a role or be involved in an activity, event, or project. It often refers to contributing or participating in something.
Usage & Nuances
Used for both formal and informal contexts. Common after 'play', 'have', or 'take': 'play a part in', 'have a part in'. Often tied to involvement or influence. Avoid confusing with 'a part of' (which means being a piece of something, not having influence or role).
Spanish: un papel en - participar enPortuguese (BR): um papel em - participação emPortuguese (PT): um papel em - participação emChinese (Simplified): 在……中的角色 - 参与Chinese (Traditional): 在……中的角色 - 參與Hindi: में एक भूमिकाArabic: دور فيBengali: একটি অংশ নেওয়াRussian: роль вJapanese: ～での役割Vietnamese: một vai trò trongKorean: 에서의 역할 - 참여Turkish: rolü - katılımUrdu: میں کردارIndonesian: peran dalam
Example Sentences
She played a part in the school play.
basic
He had a part in organizing the event.
basic
I want a part in this project.
basic
Did you know she had a part in writing that bestselling book?
natural
I'm happy to have a part in making this company successful.
natural
Everyone played a part in solving the problem.
natural