Contribution (en. Contribution)

/kɔ̃.tʁi.by.sjɔ̃/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishFrench
noun
Contribution of an individual or a group to a project or field.
His contribution to the project was crucial.
Sa contribution au projet a été déterminante.
Donation of money or other resources to a cause.
He made an excellent contribution to the charity.
Il a fait une excellente contribution à l'association caritative.
Active participation in a discussion or work.
Everyone's contribution is appreciated during meetings.
La contribution de chacun est appréciée lors des réunions.

Etymology

From Latin 'contributio', from 'contributus', the past participle of 'contribuere'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

to make a contribution
to provide help or support to a project or cause.
faire une contribution
financial contribution
a sum of money given for a specific purpose.
contribution financière
intellectual contribution
the contribution of ideas or knowledge in a field.
contribution intellectuelle

Related Words

contributor
A person who contributes to an organization or project.
contributeur
social contribution
Contribution to efforts aimed at improving collective well-being.
contribution sociale
to contribute
To participate in a common effort or to provide something.
contribuer

Slang Meanings

Contribution to the community
He has always made his contribution to the community by giving his time.
Il a toujours fait sa contribution à la communauté en donnant de son temps.
Helping hand
If you can, lend a helping hand; it's also a contribution.
Si tu peux, fais un coup de main, c'est aussi une contribution.