participating

word · lemma: participate

Definition

Taking part in an activity, event, or group with others.

Usage & Nuances

Commonly used in formal and informal contexts, often followed by 'in' (e.g., 'participating in a meeting'). Implies active involvement, not just being present. Don't confuse with 'attending' (being present only).

Spanish: participando Portuguese (BR): participando Portuguese (PT): participando Chinese (Simplified): 参加 Chinese (Traditional): 參加 Hindi: भाग ले रहे हैं Arabic: يشارك Bengali: অংশগ্রহণ করা Russian: участвующий Japanese: 参加している Vietnamese: tham gia Korean: 참여하는 Turkish: katılan Urdu: حصہ لینا Indonesian: berpartisipasi

Example Sentences

She is participating in the school play.

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Are you participating in the contest this year?

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Many students are participating in the science fair.

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Thanks for participating—your ideas really helped!

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I enjoy participating in local volunteer projects whenever I have time.

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Even though she's new, she's already participating in team meetings.

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