contribution

• Substantiv, das etwas bezeichnet, das im Rahmen gemeinsamer Anstrengungen gegeben, beigesteuert oder bereitgestellt wird, z. B. Geld, Zeit, Ideen oder Arbeit; auch der Anteil, den jemand zu einem Ergebnis beiträgt.

A noun referring to something given, offered, or provided as part of a collective effort, such as money, time, ideas, or work.

1. Act of givingB1formal

   Something that is given or provided to help achieve something or to support a cause.

   Beitrag

   • Her contribution to the charity was very generous.
   • Each team member made a valuable contribution to the project.
   • The company's contribution to the local community is well known.

   Synonymeaidassistancedonationgiftgrantinputofferingsubsidy

   Antonymeappropriationtakingwithdrawal

2. Role in a resultB1formal

   The part played by a person or thing in bringing about a result or helping something to advance.

   Beitrag

   • His contribution to science was recognized with an award.
   • The new policy was a major contribution to reducing pollution.
   • She made a significant contribution to the team's success.

   Synonymeeffecthandinfluenceinputinvolvementpartroleshare

3. Payment or donationB1formal

   A sum of money or an item given to a fund, cause, or collective effort.

   Beitrag

   • They asked for a small contribution to cover the costs.
   • He made a monthly contribution to the retirement fund.
   • The museum relies on public contributions to stay open.

   Synonymebenefactiondonationgiftgrantofferingpledgesubscriptionsubsidy

   Antonymedeductionwithdrawal