contribute

verb B2

Meaning

To contribute means to give something, such as time, money, or effort, to help achieve a particular goal or support a cause.
💡 A common mistake is to confuse "contribute to" with "contribute for"; the correct phrase is "contribute to."

Example Sentences

Employees contribute valuable ideas to improve the company ’ s performance .
How can you contribute to the success of the project ?
I want to contribute ideas during the team meeting today .
Many volunteers contribute their time to help the local community .

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