share
Translation
to share, to divide, to partake in
Examples
Can I share your book?
Can I share your book?
We share the rent between us.
We share the rent between us.
She shared her story with me.
She shared her story with me.
Grammar Patterns
((sth.)) ((with sb.)) to have or use (sth.) with other people She shared her story with me.
((sth.)) ((between/among sb.)) to divide (sth.) between people We share the rent between us.
Similar Words
Synonyms: divide, distribute, split; Antonyms: keep, hoard.
Etymology
From Old English 'scearu', meaning 'a division, a part', related to 'shear' (to cut).
Memory Tips
Think of using 'shears' to cut a cake to 'share' it with others.