contribution
gb/kˌɑntɹəbjˈuʃən/ us/kˌɑntɹəbjˈuʃən/
B1
English
~ 1300
hozzájárulás, szerep, járulék, előfizetési díj, tagdíj
NOUN
B1
1
hozzájárulás
B2
Usage pattern:
a contribution to [something]
Her contribution to the team project was crucial for its success.
A csapatprojekt sikeréhez döntő fontosságú volt a hozzájárulása.
The charity relies on public contributions to fund its programs.
A jótékonysági szervezet a programjai finanszírozásához a lakossági hozzájárulásokra támaszkodik.
He made a generous financial contribution to the local hospital.
Your contribution of ideas has helped shape the final plan.
We appreciate every contribution, no matter how small.
Learner examples
I gave a small contribution to the school.
Adtam egy kisebb hozzájárulást az iskolának.
He made a big contribution to the meeting.
Nagyban hozzájárult a megbeszéléshez.
They need more contributions for the event.
We thank you for your contribution.
She made a money contribution to the club.
Common mistake:
Learners sometimes confuse 'contribution' with 'tribute'; 'tribute' is usually an act, statement, or gift to show respect, while 'contribution' is about giving something to help.
Meaning
something given to help
Collocations
make a contribution
|financial contribution
|valuable contribution
|contribution to society
|accept contributions
Synonyms
donation (Usually refers specifically to giving money or goods for charity.)
|
input (Often used for ideas or suggestions rather than physical or monetary help.)
Antonyms
withdrawal (Taking away support or resources instead of giving them.)
Themes
daily life
|business
|charity
|core_vocabulary
Definition
Something you give, like money, time, or ideas, to help a group or project.
Something, such as money, ideas, or work, that is given to help achieve a common purpose or result.
NOUN
B2
2
hozzájárulás
B2
szerep
B1
Usage pattern:
[someone]'s contribution to [result]
His quick thinking was a major contribution to saving the company.
Gyors helyzetfelismerése jelentősen hozzájárult a cég megmentéséhez.
The scientists each made important contributions to the discovery.
A tudósok mindegyike jelentősen hozzájárult a felfedezéshez.
Her main contribution was organizing the data for the report.
This book makes an original contribution to the field of history.
Our success is due to everyone's contributions.
Learner examples
His work was a big contribution to the win.
A munkája nagyban hozzájárult a győzelemhez.
She made a strong contribution in class.
Jelentősen hozzájárult az órai munkához.
The teacher saw my contribution in the project.
That idea was my main contribution.
Each player made a small contribution to the game.
Common mistake:
Learners may overuse 'help' instead of 'contribution' when describing someone's role in an outcome.
Meaning
role in producing result
Collocations
significant contribution
|direct contribution
|major contribution
Synonyms
role (A general term for someone's part in an activity; less about giving and more about involvement.)
|
participation (Focuses on being involved rather than the effect of involvement.)
Antonyms
obstruction (Act of preventing progress instead of helping it.)
Themes
daily life
|teamwork
|core_vocabulary
Definition
The way someone or something helps to make something happen.
The part played by a person or thing in bringing about a result or outcome.
NOUN
B2
TECHNICAL
3
Usage pattern:
pay a contribution toward [service]
Employees are required to make monthly pension contributions.
A munkavállalóknak havonta nyugdíjjárulékot kell fizetniük.
Your health insurance contributions will increase next year.
Jövőre emelkedni fog az egészségbiztosítási járulékod.
He failed to keep up his contributions and lost coverage.
Learner examples
I pay a small contribution for health care.
Kis összegű egészségbiztosítási járulékot fizetek.
Her pension contribution is taken from her pay.
A nyugdíjjárulékát levonják a fizetéséből.
We make monthly contributions to the plan.
Common mistake:
Learners sometimes confuse this with 'tax'; while both involve payments, taxes are government-imposed and not tied to voluntary membership schemes.
Meaning
payment for membership/service
Collocations
insurance contribution
|pension contributions
|monthly contributions
Synonyms
fee (General payment for a service; not necessarily ongoing.)
|
premium (Specifically refers to regular payments for insurance coverage.)
Antonyms
benefit (In this context, the money or service you receive rather than pay.)
Themes
finance
|law
|business
|daily_life
Definition
Money you must pay for being in a group or plan, like insurance.
A payment made regularly or once, often as part of a membership, insurance plan, or pension scheme.
Grammar
Dictionary form
contribution
IPA
GB/kˌɑntɹəbjˈuʃən/
US/kˌɑntɹəbjˈuʃən/
Syllables & stress
con - tri - bu - tion (4 syllables)
Stress on 3rd syllable (bu)
Word forms
Noun
- Base: contribution
- Plural: contributions
Word family
Forms
contributions
noun
Core family
contribute
verb A2
contributor
noun B1
Advanced or less common
contributory
adjective
Expressions
contribution to society
1/kˌɑntɹəbjˈuʃən tə səsˈaɪəti/
fixed phrase
something done that helps society
Something you do or give that helps people in general.
Examples
- His invention was a major contribution to society.
- Volunteers make important contributions to society every day.
in recognition of your contribution
1/ˈɪn ɹˌɛkəɡnˈɪʃən əv jˈʊɹ kˌɑntɹəbjˈuʃən/
fixed phrase
formal
acknowledging someone's help or gift
To show thanks for what you have given or done.
Examples
- She received an award in recognition of her contribution.
- In recognition of your contribution, we present you with this certificate.
make a contribution
1/mˈeɪk ə kˌɑntɹəbjˈuʃən/
fixed phrase
to give something helpful
To give money, time, work, or ideas to help something happen.
Examples
- She made a valuable contribution to the discussion.
- He made a valuable contribution to the team's success.
- You can make a contribution online through our website.
- We encourage everyone to make a contribution during the meeting.