How to Pronounce "contribute to"
expression
kənˈtɹɪbjut/ /ˈtu/, /tə/, /tɪ
kuhn-TRIB-yoot TOO, tuh, ti
kˈɒntɹɪbjˌuːt/ /tˈuː
kon-TRIB-yoot TOO
Definition
To help make something happen or add to a result, often by giving time, effort, ideas, or resources.
IPA Transcription
American English
kənˈtɹɪbjut/ /ˈtu/, /tə/, /tɪ
British English
kˈɒntɹɪbjˌuːt/ /tˈuː
Simplified Pronunciation
US
kuhn-TRIB-yoot TOO, tuh, ti
UK
kon-TRIB-yoot TOO
Listen in Context
Everyone can contribute to the project.
Regular exercise contributes to good health.
Pollution contributes to climate change.
Her ideas really contributed to the team's success.