bei|tragen
Translation
to contribute, to add to
Examples
Ich möchte zum Erfolg beitragen.
I would like to contribute to the success.
Es ist wichtig, zum Umweltschutz beizutragen.
It is important to contribute to environmental protection.
Grammar Patterns
((sth.)) ((to sth.)) to contribute sth. to sth. Everyone can contribute something to environmental protection.
((to sth.)) to contribute to sth. That contributes to the improvement.
Similar Words
Synonyms: beisteuern, mitwirken, helfen; Antonyms: hinder, disturb
Etymology
From 'bei-' (with, alongside) and 'tragen' (to carry). Literally 'to carry something to' a collective effort.
Memory Tips
Picture yourself 'carrying' (tragen) your contribution and placing it 'with' (bei) the contributions of others.