Dictionary
English - Japanese
Share
ʃɛr
Extremely common
800 - 900
800 - 900
The word frequency and importance index indicates how often a word appears in a given language. The smaller the number, the more frequently the word is used. The most frequently used words typically range from about 1 to 4000. This importance index helps you focus on the most useful words during your language learning process.
The word frequency and importance index indicates how often a word appears in a given language. The smaller the number, the more frequently the word is used. The most frequently used words typically range from about 1 to 4000. This importance index helps you focus on the most useful words during your language learning process.
共有する (きょうゆうする), 分ける (わける), シェアする, 持ち分 (もちぶん)
Share meanings in Japanese
共有する (きょうゆうする)
Example:
Let's share our ideas during the meeting.
会議中にアイデアを共有しましょう。
She shared her experiences with the group.
彼女はグループと自分の経験を共有しました。
Usage: formalContext: Used in professional, educational, or collaborative situations where information or resources are exchanged.
Note: Commonly used in both written and spoken contexts, particularly in business and academic settings.
分ける (わける)
Example:
Can you share this pizza with me?
このピザを私と分けてくれますか？
They shared the prize equally among themselves.
彼らは賞を均等に分けました。
Usage: informalContext: Used in casual conversations, often related to dividing physical items or resources.
Note: This term is more commonly used in everyday life and can be applied to various situations involving sharing tangible items.
シェアする
Example:
I want to share this post on social media.
この投稿をソーシャルメディアでシェアしたい。
He shared a video that went viral.
彼はバイラルになった動画をシェアしました。
Usage: informalContext: Used in the context of social media, technology, and online platforms.
Note: This is a loanword from English and is widely used among younger generations, especially in digital contexts.
持ち分 (もちぶん)
Example:
Each partner has a share in the business.
各パートナーはビジネスの持ち分を持っています。
What is your share of the expenses?
あなたの費用の持ち分は何ですか？
Usage: formalContext: Used in legal, financial, or business contexts to refer to ownership or stake in something.
Note: This term is often used in discussions about investments, partnerships, and financial matters.
Share's synonyms
divide
To divide means to separate or share something into parts.
Example: They decided to divide the cake equally among the guests.
Note: While 'share' implies distributing something among others, 'divide' specifically refers to splitting something into parts.
distribute
To distribute means to give out or spread something among a group of people.
Example: The teacher distributed the worksheets to the students.
Note: Unlike 'share,' 'distribute' emphasizes the act of giving out or spreading something among recipients.
allocate
To allocate means to set aside or designate something for a specific purpose or recipient.
Example: The company will allocate resources based on project needs.
Note: While 'share' generally implies a voluntary act of distributing, 'allocate' involves a deliberate assignment or distribution for a particular purpose.
contribute
To contribute means to give or provide something as a part of a shared effort.
Example: Each team member will contribute ideas to the project.
Note: Unlike 'share,' 'contribute' suggests actively participating by giving something to a collective effort.
Share expressions, common phrases
Share the love
This idiom means to spread kindness, positivity, and support among people.
Example: Let's all share the love and support each other during these tough times.
Note: The phrase 'share the love' goes beyond just dividing or distributing something; it emphasizes spreading positive emotions and goodwill.
Fair share
This phrase refers to an equal or reasonable portion of something that should be divided among a group.
Example: Everyone should contribute their fair share to the project to ensure its success.
Note: While 'share' generally means dividing or distributing something, 'fair share' specifically highlights the idea of equity and fairness in distribution.
Share a secret
To share a secret means to reveal confidential information or personal matters with someone in confidence.
Example: I trust you enough to share my secrets with you.
Note: In this context, 'share' involves disclosing private information to another person, creating a sense of intimacy or trust.
Share and share alike
This phrase emphasizes equal distribution or sharing of resources, benefits, or responsibilities among a group.
Example: Remember, it's share and share alike, so make sure everyone gets a fair portion.
Note: The addition of 'alike' reinforces the idea of equitable sharing, ensuring that all parties receive an equal share.
Share the wealth
This expression means to distribute or spread financial success, benefits, or opportunities among others.
Example: As a successful entrepreneur, he believes in sharing the wealth with his employees through bonuses and incentives.
Note: While 'share' typically refers to dividing or distributing something, 'share the wealth' specifically relates to spreading financial prosperity or resources.
Share a meal
To share a meal is to eat together with others, usually dividing food among the participants.
Example: Let's share a meal together and catch up on each other's lives.
Note: In this context, 'share' involves not just dividing food, but also enjoying a communal experience of dining together.
Share the burden
To share the burden means to collectively bear or take on a difficult or challenging responsibility or problem.
Example: We're a team, so we should share the burden of this difficult project equally.
Note: While 'share' often implies dividing or distributing something, 'share the burden' emphasizes working together to handle challenges as a group.
Share everyday (slang) expressions
Share the spotlight
To share the spotlight means to be the center of attention or to have focus on oneself.
Example: I don't like to share the spotlight with anyone.
Note: Unlike 'share,' which typically implies dividing or distributing something, 'share the spotlight' specifically refers to being the center of attention.
In on the share
To be 'in on the share' means to be included or involved in the distribution or allocation of something.
Example: Are you in on the share for the project?
Note: 'Share' implies giving or distributing, while 'in on the share' emphasizes involvement in the process.
Share a piece of one's mind
To share a piece of one's mind means to express one's thoughts or opinion strongly and directly.
Example: She really gave him a piece of her mind during the meeting.
Note: While 'share' usually suggests dividing or giving, 'share a piece of one's mind' is about expressing oneself assertively.
Share the details
To share the details means to provide specific information or particulars about something.
Example: Can you share the details of what happened at the meeting?
Note: 'Share' usually involves giving a portion of something, but 'share the details' focuses on providing information.
Share the scoop
To share the scoop means to share the latest news or information about something, often exciting or exclusive.
Example: I'll share the scoop on the new restaurant with you later.
Note: Unlike 'share,' which generally means distributing, 'share the scoop' specifically refers to sharing exciting or interesting information.
Share - Examples
I want to share my food with you.
We all share the responsibility for this project.
They share a deep connection.
Share grammar
Share - Noun (Noun) / Noun, singular or mass (Noun, singular or mass)
Lemma: share
Conjugations
Noun, plural (Noun, plural): shares, share
Noun, singular or mass (Noun, singular or mass): share
Verb, past tense (Verb, past tense): shared
Verb, gerund or present participle (Verb, gerund or present participle): sharing
Verb, 3rd person singular present (Verb, 3rd person singular present): shares
Verb, base form (Verb, base form): share
Verb, non-3rd person singular present (Verb, non-3rd person singular present): share
Syllables, Separation and Stress
share Contains 1 syllables: share
Phonetic transcription: ˈsher
share , ˈsher (The red syllable is stressed)
Share - Importance and usage frequency
The word frequency and importance index indicates how often a word appears in a given language. The smaller the number, the more frequently the word is used. The most frequently used words typically range from about 1 to 4000.
share: 800 - 900 (Extremely common).
This importance index helps you focus on the most useful words during your language learning process.
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