B2verbsocietywork
US/kənˈtrɪb.juːt/
UK/kənˈtrɪb.juːt/
to give money, time, ideas or help to something, or to be one cause of it
In context
Everyone in the team contributed ideas for the new campaign.
Too much screen time at night can contribute to poor sleep.
Many local businesses contributed money to help flood victims.
Words that go with contribute
verb + preposition
- contribute toTourism contributes to the local economy.
verb + noun
- contribute moneyEach member contributes money to the club every month.
- contribute ideasQuiet students should also be encouraged to contribute ideas.
verb + adverb
- contribute significantlyRice exports contribute significantly to the country's income.
adverb + verb
- actively contributeWe want employees who actively contribute in meetings.
- greatly contributeHer research greatly contributed to our understanding of the disease.
Common mistakes
Incorrect:
Tourism contributes into the economy.Correct: Tourism contributes to the economy.