participation
word
/pɑɹˌtɪsəˈpeɪʃən/
/pɑːtˈɪsɪpˈeɪʃən/
Definition
The act of being involved in an activity, event, or group. It means taking part in something instead of just watching or being absent.
Usage & Nuances
Formal and common in academic, business, or group settings. Often appears with 'active participation.' Not used for passive presence—indicates real involvement. Common collocations: 'student participation,' 'public participation,' 'encourage participation.'
Spanish: participaciónPortuguese (BR): participaçãoPortuguese (PT): participaçãoChinese (Simplified): 参与Chinese (Traditional): 參與Hindi: भागीदारीArabic: مشاركةBengali: অংশগ্রহণRussian: участиеJapanese: 参加Vietnamese: sự tham giaKorean: 참여Turkish: katılımUrdu: شرکتIndonesian: partisipasi
Example Sentences
Without your participation, we couldn’t have finished on time.
natural
Your participation in class is important.
basic
The event needs more participation from students.
basic
Thank you for your participation in the meeting.
basic
Her participation really made the project better.
natural
Active participation always leads to better results.
natural