B1verb 2K

Participate

🇬🇧 UK /["/pɑːˈtɪsɪpeɪt/","/pɑːˈtɪsɪpeɪts/","/pɑːˈtɪsɪpeɪtɪd/","/pɑːˈtɪsɪpeɪtɪŋ/"]/ 🇺🇸 US /["/pɑːrˈtɪsɪpeɪt/","/pɑːrˈtɪsɪpeɪts/","/pɑːrˈtɪsɪpeɪtɪd/","/pɑːrˈtɪsɪpeɪtɪŋ/"]/

Meaning of Participate

to take part in or become involved in an activity

In simple words: To take part in something.

Participate in a sentence

• I decided to participate in the community clean-up event this Saturday.
• All students are encouraged to participate in the science fair next month.
• It's great to see so many people willing to participate in the local charity run.
• You can participate by signing up online before the deadline.
• He loves to participate in discussions about philosophy.

How to use Participate

Use 'participate' in formal and informal contexts, such as meetings or events. Avoid in casual conversations where simpler words like 'join' might fit better.

Grammar pattern

participate + in + event/activity

Memory hint

Think of 'part' in 'participate' as being a part of a group or event.

Related words

Collocations with Participate

• fully
• actively
• directly
• be able to
• have the opportunity to
• be allowed to
• in

Synonyms for Participate

• join
• engage
• take part
• contribute
• enter

Opposites of Participate

• withdraw
• avoid
• skip

Common mistakes with Participate

• Saying 'participate to' instead of 'participate in'.
• Using 'participate' without a specific event or activity.
• Confusing 'participate' with 'partake', which can have different connotations.

Frequently asked questions about Participate

What does Participate mean?

To take part in something.

What is the definition of Participate?

to take part in or become involved in an activity

How do you use Participate in a sentence?

I decided to participate in the community clean-up event this Saturday.

Can you give another example of Participate?

All students are encouraged to participate in the science fair next month.

What are synonyms for Participate?

Common alternatives include join, engage, take part, contribute, enter.

What is the opposite of Participate?

Opposite meanings include withdraw, avoid, skip.

What words go with Participate?

It commonly pairs with fully, actively, directly, be able to, have the opportunity to, be allowed to, in.

What are common mistakes when using Participate?

Saying 'participate to' instead of 'participate in'. Using 'participate' without a specific event or activity. Confusing 'participate' with 'partake', which can have different connotations.

How do you pronounce Participate?

US: /["/pɑːrˈtɪsɪpeɪt/","/pɑːrˈtɪsɪpeɪts/","/pɑːrˈtɪsɪpeɪtɪd/","/pɑːrˈtɪsɪpeɪtɪŋ/"]/, UK: /["/pɑːˈtɪsɪpeɪt/","/pɑːˈtɪsɪpeɪts/","/pɑːˈtɪsɪpeɪtɪd/","/pɑːˈtɪsɪpeɪtɪŋ/"]/. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use Participate?

Use 'participate' in formal and informal contexts, such as meetings or events. Avoid in casual conversations where simpler words like 'join' might fit better.

What CEFR level is Participate?

"Participate" is at B1 level on the CEFR scale.