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Collaborate

Part of Speech

Verb

Pronunciation

/kəˈlæbəˌreɪt/ (English)

Definitions

  • To work jointly on an activity or project.
  • To cooperate with an enemy force occupying one’s country.

Usage Examples

  • The two companies decided to collaborate on a new product.
  • During the war, some individuals were accused of collaborating with the enemy.

Etymology

From Latin collaborare ("to work together"), from com- ("together") + laborare ("to work").

Synonyms

  • Cooperate
  • Team up
  • Work together
  • Join forces

Antonyms

  • Compete
  • Oppose
  • Resist

Translations

Language Translation Pronunciation
SpanishColaborarko.la.βoˈɾaɾ
FrenchCollaborerkɔ.la.bɔ.ʁe
GermanZusammenarbeitentsuˈzamənˌʔaʁbaɪtən
Chinese (Simplified)合作hézuò
Japanese協力するkyōryoku suru
RussianСотрудничатьsatʊˈdrʊdnʲɪtɕɪtʲ
Hindiसहयोग करनाsahyog karna
Tamilகூட்டாணைkūṭṭāṇai
Teluguసహకరించండిsahakarin̄caṇḍi

Regional Pronunciation Variations

In British English, "collaborate" is often pronounced with a softer 't' sound at the end, whereas in American English, it is more stressed.

Historical Usage

The term gained prominence in political contexts during World War II, referring to cooperation with occupying forces.

Cultural Nuances

Collaboration is highly valued in business, technology, and creative fields, but it can carry negative connotations in political contexts.

More Information

Collaboration is essential in interdisciplinary research, international relations, and artistic endeavors, fostering innovation and productivity.

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