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Involve

ɪnˈvɑlv
Extremely common
300 - 400
300 - 400
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betrekken, inhouden, verweven zijn met, met zich meebrengen

Involve meanings in Dutch

betrekken

Example:
We need to involve everyone in the decision-making process.
We moeten iedereen betrekken bij het besluitvormingsproces.
The project will involve many different teams.
Het project zal veel verschillende teams betrekken.
Usage: formalContext: Used in contexts where participation or inclusion is important, such as meetings, projects, or discussions.
Note: The verb 'betrekken' is commonly used to indicate the action of including someone or something in a situation or process.

inhouden

Example:
The job involves a lot of travel.
De baan houdt veel reizen in.
This task involves careful planning.
Deze taak houdt zorgvuldige planning in.
Usage: formal/informalContext: Used to describe the components or requirements of an activity or job.
Note: 'Inhouden' can also refer to the essence or content of something, not just actions.

verweven zijn met

Example:
Her story involves themes of love and loss.
Haar verhaal is verweven met thema's van liefde en verlies.
The culture involves many traditions.
De cultuur is verweven met veel tradities.
Usage: formalContext: Used in literary or artistic contexts, where elements are interconnected.
Note: This expression emphasizes a deeper connection or integration between elements.

met zich meebrengen

Example:
These changes involve additional costs.
Deze veranderingen brengen extra kosten met zich mee.
Starting a business involves a lot of risks.
Een bedrijf starten brengt veel risico's met zich mee.
Usage: formal/informalContext: Often used when discussing consequences or implications of actions.
Note: This phrase highlights the consequences that come along with a specific action or decision.

Involve's synonyms

include

To contain as part of a whole or group.
Example: The package includes a free gift.
Note: Similar to 'involve' but often used when referring to adding something as part of a larger set or collection.

encompass

To include comprehensively or cover a wide range.
Example: The project will encompass various aspects of marketing and sales.
Note: Emphasizes a broader scope or range of things being included compared to 'involve.'

entail

To involve as a necessary part or consequence.
Example: Completing the assignment will entail conducting research and writing a report.
Note: Focuses on something that is necessary or required as a part of the process or outcome.

require

To need or demand as necessary.
Example: The job will require strong communication skills.
Note: Highlights the necessity or obligation for something to be done or possessed in order to be involved.

Involve expressions, common phrases

get involved

To participate or engage in a particular activity or situation.
Example: She decided to get involved in the community project to help those in need.
Note: The phrase 'get involved' is more specific in indicating active participation compared to just 'involve.'

involve oneself in

To actively engage or participate in a particular task or situation.
Example: He always involves himself in the details of every project he works on.
Note: This phrase emphasizes personal engagement and active involvement.

be involved in

To take part in or be connected with a particular activity or group.
Example: She is involved in several charitable organizations in her community.
Note: It indicates a connection or participation without specifying the level of involvement.

deeply involved

To be heavily engaged or committed to a task or project.
Example: The team was deeply involved in the research project, dedicating long hours to it.
Note: This phrase highlights a high level of commitment or engagement in comparison to just 'involve.'

involve in

To require or entail participation in a particular action or process.
Example: The new policy will involve changes in the way we conduct our business.
Note: This phrase suggests being required to participate in something rather than choosing to do so.

involve with

To associate or engage with a particular group or activity.
Example: He got involved with a group of artists and started exploring his creative side.
Note: It implies forming a connection or relationship with a specific group or activity.

involve oneself with

To engage or associate oneself with a cause, group, or activity.
Example: She decided to involve herself with the local environmental organization to help protect the wildlife.
Note: This phrase emphasizes personal engagement and commitment to a cause or group.

Involve everyday (slang) expressions

get in on (something)

To participate or become involved in an activity or plan.
Example: Hey, are you going to get in on the plan for the weekend getaway?
Note: This slang term implies actively participating or joining a situation or activity.

in the loop

To be informed or included in important information or communication.
Example: Make sure to keep me in the loop about the project developments.
Note: It implies being aware and knowledgeable about ongoing events or updates.

get wrapped up in

To become involved in a situation, typically against one's intentions.
Example: I didn't mean to get wrapped up in all the drama at work.
Note: It suggests unintentionally becoming involved in a situation or getting caught up in it.

mix up in

To be involved in or associated with a problematic or troublesome situation.
Example: He always seems to get mixed up in arguments with his coworkers.
Note: It conveys a sense of being entangled or entwined in conflicts or issues.

take part in

To participate or engage in an activity or event.
Example: I'm planning to take part in the charity event next month.
Note: It emphasizes actively engaging in an event or activity, often implying a voluntary action.

dive into

To enthusiastically become involved in something, often without hesitation.
Example: She decided to dive into the new project headfirst.
Note: This slang term emphasizes a quick and eager involvement in a task or project.

embroil in

To become deeply involved in a conflict or complicated situation.
Example: The company found itself embroiled in a legal dispute over the copyright.
Note: It signifies being intricately and deeply entangled in a complex or troublesome matter.

Involve - Examples

The project will involve a lot of research.
Het project zal veel onderzoek inhouden.
The accident involved three cars.
Het ongeluk betrof drie auto’s.
I don't want to involve myself in their argument.
Ik wil me niet mengen in hun ruzie.

Involve grammar

Involve - Verb (Verb) / Verb, base form (Verb, base form)
Lemma: involve
Conjugations
Verb, past tense (Verb, past tense): involved
Verb, gerund or present participle (Verb, gerund or present participle): involving
Verb, 3rd person singular present (Verb, 3rd person singular present): involves
Verb, base form (Verb, base form): involve
Verb, non-3rd person singular present (Verb, non-3rd person singular present): involve
Syllables, Separation and Stress
involve Contains 2 syllables: in • volve
Phonetic transcription: in-ˈvälv
in volve , in ˈvälv (The red syllable is stressed)

Involve - 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.
involve: 300 - 400 (Extremely common).
This importance index helps you focus on the most useful words during your language learning process.
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