provides
word · lemma: provide
/pɹəˈvaɪdz/
pruh-VYDZ
/pɹəvˈaɪdz/
pruh-VYDZ
Definition
Gives or supplies something that is needed or wanted.
Usage & Nuances
Formal and neutral verb, common in business, academic, or factual contexts. Often used with 'provide someone with something' or 'provide something to someone'. Don't confuse with 'supply' (which is more about delivering goods) or 'give' (which is less formal).
Spanish: proporciona - proveePortuguese (BR): fornece - proporcionaPortuguese (PT): fornece - proporcionaChinese (Simplified): 提供Chinese (Traditional): 提供Hindi: प्रदान करता है - उपलब्ध कराता हैArabic: يقدّم - يوفرBengali: প্রদান করে - সরবরাহ করেRussian: предоставляет - обеспечиваетJapanese: 提供するVietnamese: cung cấpKorean: 제공하다Turkish: sağlar - temin ederUrdu: فراہم کرتا ہےIndonesian: menyediakan
Example Sentences
The company provides training for new employees.
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The guidebook provides useful tips for travelers.
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Our hotel provides towels, so you don't need to bring your own.
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The school provides free lunch to students.
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This website provides information about careers.
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My phone plan provides unlimited data, so I can stream as much as I want.
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