A1verb1K

Share

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

Definition

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.

Examples

  • 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.

Usage notes

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.

Collocations

  • 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

  • divide
  • distribute
  • apportion
  • contribute
  • reveal

Antonyms

  • hoard
  • keep
  • withhold

Common mistakes

  • 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')