A1verb 1K

Share

🇬🇧 UK /["/ʃeə(r)/","/ʃeəz/","/ʃeəd/","/ˈʃeərɪŋ/"]/ 🇺🇸 US /["/ʃer/","/ʃerz/","/ʃerd/","/ˈʃerɪŋ/"]/

Meaning of Share

to have, use or experience something at the same time as somebody else

In simple words: To let someone use or have part of something that you have.

Share in a sentence

• I will share my toys with my friends.
• Can you share your lunch with me today?
• It's important to share information with your team.
• They decided to share the responsibilities equally.
• Please share your thoughts about the project.

How to use Share

Use 'share' when talking about dividing resources or experiences. It's appropriate in both spoken and written English. Avoid in very formal contexts where more specific terms may be required.

Grammar pattern

share + object + with + person

Memory hint

Sounds like 'chair' — imagine sharing a chair with a friend.

Related words

Collocations with Share

• fully
• equally
• broadly
• want to
• would like to
• be prepared to
• among
• between
• in
• widely shared
• fully
• equally
• broadly
• want to
• would like to
• be prepared to
• among
• between
• in
• widely shared
• fully
• equally
• broadly
• want to
• would like to
• be prepared to
• among
• between
• in
• widely shared

Synonyms for Share

• divide
• distribute
• apportion
• contribute
• reveal

Opposites of Share

• hoard
• keep
• withhold

Common mistakes with Share

• Using 'share' without an object (e.g., saying 'I will share' instead of 'I will share my lunch')
• Confusing 'share' with 'sharpen'
• Incorrectly using 'share' as a noun rather than a verb (e.g., saying 'the share of the book' instead of 'the sharing of the book')

Frequently asked questions about Share

What does Share mean?

To let someone use or have part of something that you have.

What is the definition of Share?

to have, use or experience something at the same time as somebody else

How do you use Share in a sentence?

I will share my toys with my friends.

Can you give another example of Share?

Can you share your lunch with me today?

What are synonyms for Share?

Common alternatives include divide, distribute, apportion, contribute, reveal.

What is the opposite of Share?

Opposite meanings include hoard, keep, withhold.

What words go with Share?

It commonly pairs with fully, equally, broadly, want to, would like to, be prepared to, among, between, in, widely shared, fully, equally, broadly, want to, would like to, be prepared to, among, between, in, widely shared, fully, equally, broadly, want to, would like to, be prepared to, among, between, in, widely shared.

What are common mistakes when using Share?

Using 'share' without an object (e.g., saying 'I will share' instead of 'I will share my lunch') Confusing 'share' with 'sharpen' Incorrectly using 'share' as a noun rather than a verb (e.g., saying 'the share of the book' instead of 'the sharing of the book')

How do you pronounce Share?

US: /["/ʃer/","/ʃerz/","/ʃerd/","/ˈʃerɪŋ/"]/, UK: /["/ʃeə(r)/","/ʃeəz/","/ʃeəd/","/ˈʃeərɪŋ/"]/. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use Share?

Use 'share' when talking about dividing resources or experiences. It's appropriate in both spoken and written English. Avoid in very formal contexts where more specific terms may be required.

What CEFR level is Share?

"Share" is at A1 level on the CEFR scale.