bei|tragen
Translation
to contribute, to add to, to conduce
Examples
Jeder kann etwas zum Erfolg beitragen.
Everyone can contribute something to the success.
Seine Arbeit trug wesentlich zur Forschung bei.
His work contributed significantly to the research.
Grammar Patterns
((sth.)) ((to sth.)) to contribute (sth.) to (sth.) Everyone contributes something to the community.
Similar Words
Synonyms: mitwirken, helfen; Antonyms: schaden, hindern
Etymology
From 'bei-' (to, at) and 'tragen' (to carry). Literally 'to carry to'.
Memory Tips
Imagine you 'carry' ('tragen') your part 'to' ('bei') a collective effort, thus contributing.