contributor
gb/kəntɹˈɪbjətɚ/ us/kəntɹˈɪbjətɚ/
B1
Inglés
~ 9100
Acepciones
0 acepciones
Sustantivo
B1
entity
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person who provides media content
A person who writes or makes content, such as articles or videos, for a magazine, website, TV show, or project.
Patrón de uso:
a contributor to [a publication/website/project]
Error frecuente:
Learners sometimes confuse 'contributor' with 'contribution'. Use 'contributor' for the person (She is a regular contributor), and 'contribution' for the thing they provide (Her contribution was an article). Also, remember the preposition 'to': say 'a contributor to the magazine', not 'a contributor of the magazine'.
Sinónimos
writer (Stresses the act of writing; does not cover non‑text content like photos or video.)
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author (Often implies the main or sole creator, while a contributor may be one of many.)
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creator (Very general; can refer to anyone making any kind of content, not just for media outlets.)
Antónimos
nonparticipant (Describes someone who does not take part in creating or providing content.)
Colocaciones
regular contributor
|guest contributor
|staff contributor
|online contributor
|contributor to [magazine/website]
|feature contributor
Temas
media
|work
|technology
|communication
Ejemplos
- She works as a regular contributor to an online tech magazine.
- Several freelance contributors helped develop the content for the new learning platform.
- The article was written by an outside contributor, not by our staff reporters.
- He’s a frequent contributor to the show, appearing in a new segment every month.
- The editor thanked all the contributors who submitted pieces for the special issue.
Ejemplos para estudiantes
- My sister is a contributor to a fashion blog.
- The news site is looking for new contributors.
- He started as a guest contributor and later joined the staff.
- Many contributors send stories to the magazine by email.
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B1
entity
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person who gives money or support
A person or group that gives money, time, or help to support something.
Patrón de uso:
a contributor to [a cause/project/organization]
Error frecuente:
Learners may confuse 'contributor' (the person or group) with 'contribution' (the money or help given). For example, say 'The contributor gave $50', not 'The contribution gave $50'. Also, remember to use 'to': 'a contributor to the project', not 'a contributor in the project' when talking about financial or resource support.
Sinónimos
donor (Usually focuses more specifically on giving money, blood, or organs, especially to charities or hospitals.)
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supporter (Emphasizes ongoing help or approval, not only the act of giving resources.)
Antónimos
beneficiary (Refers to someone who receives benefits or resources, the opposite role of someone who gives them.)
Colocaciones
financial contributor
|major contributor
|key contributor
|corporate contributor
|individual contributor
|a contributor to [charity/campaign]
Temas
charity
|business
|society
|finance
|relationships
|core_vocabulary
Ejemplos
- Several major contributors pledged more funds to keep the program running.
- As a contributor to the campaign, she receives regular updates on how the money is used.
- The museum listed the names of its top contributors on a plaque by the entrance.
- Our organization depends on small monthly contributors to stay independent.
- Corporate contributors covered most of the costs of the festival.
Ejemplos para estudiantes
- Many contributors gave money to the new hospital.
- He is a regular contributor to several charities.
- The school thanked all the contributors for their help.
- Small contributors are just as important as big ones.
Sustantivo
B2
entity
3
factor that helps cause a result
Something that helps to cause a result, often a problem.
Patrón de uso:
a contributor to [a result/problem/trend]
Error frecuente:
Learners sometimes use 'contributor of' when talking about causes. In this sense, English almost always uses 'contributor to': say 'a major contributor to pollution', not 'a major contributor of pollution'. Also, avoid repeating 'cause': do not say 'a contributor cause to'; just use 'a contributor to'.
Sinónimos
factor (Very general word for something that affects a result; 'contributor' slightly emphasizes the idea of 'helping to cause'.)
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cause (Usually stronger and more direct than 'contributor', which can be only one of several causes.)
Antónimos
deterrent (Something that prevents or discourages a result, the opposite of something that helps to cause it.)
Colocaciones
major contributor to
|key contributor to
|significant contributor to
|important contributor to
|a leading contributor to
|contributor to [disease/problem]
Temas
science
|health
|society
|core_vocabulary
Ejemplos
- Lack of exercise is a major contributor to heart disease.
- Air pollution is a significant contributor to climate change.
- Stress at work is often a key contributor to sleep problems.
- Processed foods are a leading contributor to high salt intake in many countries.
- Housing costs have become an important contributor to rising household debt.
Ejemplos para estudiantes
- Smoking is a major contributor to lung cancer.
- Sugar drinks are a big contributor to weight gain.
- Noise is a main contributor to my headaches.
- Cold weather is a small contributor to higher energy bills.
Sustantivo
B2
entity
4
person who helps achieve success
A person who helps a team or group succeed through their work or effort.
Patrón de uso:
a key contributor to [a team/project/success]
Error frecuente:
Learners may mix this sense with the 'donor' sense and talk about 'contributors' only as people who give money. In sports or work contexts, 'contributor' usually means someone who helps through their actions or performance, not just by giving money.
Sinónimos
team player (Stresses working well with others, not just the size of the contribution.)
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high performer (Highlights strong results, especially in work or sports, more than the idea of general help.)
Antónimos
liability (In team or business contexts, refers to someone who harms rather than helps the group’s success.)
Colocaciones
key contributor
|major contributor
|consistent contributor
|offensive contributor
|valuable contributor
|contributor to the team’s success
Temas
work
|sports
|business
|relationships
Ejemplos
- She has been a key contributor to the team’s success this season.
- The company wants every employee to feel like an active contributor, not just a passive worker.
- As a new contributor to the project, he quickly took responsibility for the testing phase.
- Several young contributors have stepped up and taken leading roles in recent matches.
- We need more contributors like her if we want this initiative to grow.
Ejemplos para estudiantes
- He is an important contributor on the basketball team.
- Every worker should be a good contributor to the project.
- New contributors helped the group finish the job on time.
- She became a strong contributor after her training.
Gramática
Forma de diccionario
contributor
AFI
GB/kəntɹˈɪbjətɚ/
US/kəntɹˈɪbjətɚ/
Sílabas y acento
con - trib - ut - or (4 sílabas)
Stress on 2nd syllable (trib)
Formas de la palabra
Noun
- Base: contributor
- Plural: contributors
Familia de palabras
Forms
contributors
noun
Core family
contribute
verb A2
contribution
noun B1
Related words
contributory
adjective
Expresiones
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