Take part Meaning in English

expression

US

ˈteɪk/ /ˈpɑɹt

TAYK PART

UK

tˈeɪk/ /pˈɑːt

TAYK PAHT

Definition

To join in an activity, event, or group with others; to participate.

Usage & Nuances

'Take part' is slightly more formal than 'join in' or 'participate'. Used with 'in': 'take part in a competition'. Not used for physical objects ('take a part' is different, meaning a portion).

• Spanish: participar
• Portuguese (BR): participar
• Portuguese (PT): participar
• Chinese (Simplified): 参加
• Chinese (Traditional): 參加
• Hindi: हिस्सा लेना
• Arabic: يشارك
• Bengali: অংশগ্রহণ করা - অংশ নেওয়া
• Russian: участвовать - принимать участие
• Japanese: 参加する
• Vietnamese: tham gia - tham dự
• Korean: 참가하다 - 참여하다
• Turkish: katılmak
• Urdu: حصہ لینا
• Indonesian: tham gia - tham dự

Example Sentences

Many students take part in sports at school.

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Did you take part in the meeting yesterday?

basic

Everyone is welcome to take part in the discussion.

basic

I'm too shy to take part in group games.

natural

We encourage everyone to take part and share their ideas.

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She was honored to take part in the international conference.

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