B2verb 2K

Distribute

🇬🇧 UK /["/dɪˈstrɪbjuːt//ˈdɪstrɪbjuːt/","/dɪˈstrɪbjuːts//ˈdɪstrɪbjuːts/","/dɪˈstrɪbjuːtɪd//ˈdɪstrɪbjuːtɪd/","/dɪˈstrɪbjuːtɪŋ//ˈdɪstrɪbjuːtɪŋ/"]/ 🇺🇸 US /["/dɪˈstrɪbjuːt/","/dɪˈstrɪbjuːts/","/dɪˈstrɪbjuːtɪd/","/dɪˈstrɪbjuːtɪŋ/"]/

Meaning of Distribute

to give things to a large number of people; to share something between a number of people or groups

In simple words: To give things out to many people.

Distribute in a sentence

• The teacher decided to distribute the books to the students.
• They need to distribute the workload evenly among team members.
• Please distribute the flyers in the neighborhood this weekend.
• The charity aims to distribute food to those in need.
• When planting seeds, it's important to distribute them evenly in the soil.

How to use Distribute

Use 'distribute' when you're giving out items, like food or information. It's appropriate in both written and spoken contexts. Avoid it in very casual conversations where simpler words like 'give out' can be used.

Grammar pattern

distribute + object + to + indirect object

Memory hint

Think of 'distribute' like 'dishing out' food at a buffet.

Related words

Collocations with Distribute

• equally
• fairly
• unequally
• among
• between
• to
• internationally
• nationally
• exclusively
• evenly
• uniformly
• unevenly
• across
• among
• between

Synonyms for Distribute

• give out
• dispense
• allocate
• share
• supply

Opposites of Distribute

• collect
• withhold

Common mistakes with Distribute

• Confused with 'distribute' vs 'contribute'.
• Using 'distribute' without an object.
• Saying 'distribute to everyone' instead of 'distribute to them'.

Frequently asked questions about Distribute

What does Distribute mean?

To give things out to many people.

What is the definition of Distribute?

to give things to a large number of people; to share something between a number of people or groups

How do you use Distribute in a sentence?

The teacher decided to distribute the books to the students.

Can you give another example of Distribute?

They need to distribute the workload evenly among team members.

What are synonyms for Distribute?

Common alternatives include give out, dispense, allocate, share, supply.

What is the opposite of Distribute?

Opposite meanings include collect, withhold.

What words go with Distribute?

It commonly pairs with equally, fairly, unequally, among, between, to, internationally, nationally, exclusively, evenly, uniformly, unevenly, across, among, between.

What are common mistakes when using Distribute?

Confused with 'distribute' vs 'contribute'. Using 'distribute' without an object. Saying 'distribute to everyone' instead of 'distribute to them'.

How do you pronounce Distribute?

US: /["/dɪˈstrɪbjuːt/","/dɪˈstrɪbjuːts/","/dɪˈstrɪbjuːtɪd/","/dɪˈstrɪbjuːtɪŋ/"]/, UK: /["/dɪˈstrɪbjuːt//ˈdɪstrɪbjuːt/","/dɪˈstrɪbjuːts//ˈdɪstrɪbjuːts/","/dɪˈstrɪbjuːtɪd//ˈdɪstrɪbjuːtɪd/","/dɪˈstrɪbjuːtɪŋ//ˈdɪstrɪbjuːtɪŋ/"]/. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use Distribute?

Use 'distribute' when you're giving out items, like food or information. It's appropriate in both written and spoken contexts. Avoid it in very casual conversations where simpler words like 'give out' can be used.

What CEFR level is Distribute?

"Distribute" is at B2 level on the CEFR scale.