Contribución (en. Contribution)

/kontɾiβuˈθjon/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
noun
Economic or in-kind contribution to a project or cause.
The government's contribution was essential for reconstruction.
La contribución del gobierno fue esencial para la reconstrucción.
Participation that occurs in a group or community.
His contribution to the team's development was remarkable.
Su contribución al desarrollo del equipo fue notable.
Donation or gift made to a charitable cause.
They made a generous contribution to the organization.
Hicieron una contribución generosa a la organización.

Etymology

From the Latin 'contributio', which means 'the action of contributing'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

Solidarity contribution
Contribution made in order to help others.
contribución solidaria
Economic contribution
Monetary contribution aimed at financing an activity or project.
contribución económica
Social contribution
Participation in activities that benefit the community.
contribución social

Related Words

Contribute
Make a contribution to a cause or activity.
contribuir
Contributor
Person who makes a contribution, especially in tax terms.
contribuyente
Association
Group that collaborates to achieve common goals.
asociación

Slang Meanings

Informal or unofficial contribution.
He made a 'contribution' to the project in his own way.
Hizo una 'contribución' al proyecto a su manera.
Money or resources passed unofficially.
That 'contribution' was more of a loan between friends.
Esa 'contribución' fue más un préstamo entre amigos.