Participates Meaning in English
word · lemma: participate
pɑɹˈtɪsəˌpeɪts
par-TIS-uh-payts
pɑːtˈɪsɪpˌeɪts
par-TIS-ip-ayts
Definition
Takes part in an activity, event, or group with others.
Usage & Nuances
A formal verb, often used in academic, business, or community contexts. Collocates with 'in': 'participates in a meeting', 'participates in sports'. Not used for passive behaviors; implies active involvement. Don't confuse with 'attends' (just being present) or 'joins' (becoming a member).
Spanish: participaPortuguese (BR): participaPortuguese (PT): participaChinese (Simplified): 参与Chinese (Traditional): 參與Hindi: भाग लेता हैArabic: يشاركBengali: অংশ নেয় - অংশগ্রহণ করেRussian: участвуетJapanese: 参加するVietnamese: tham giaKorean: 참가하다 - 참여하다Turkish: katılırUrdu: حصہ لیتا ہےIndonesian: berpartisipasi
Example Sentences
He participates in class every day.
basic
She participates in school clubs after class.
basic
Everyone participates in the group project.
basic
He never participates during meetings, but he listens carefully.
natural
My daughter participates in almost every event at school.
natural
Who participates in the volunteer program this year?
natural