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Collaboration

Part of Speech

Noun

Pronunciation

/kəˌlæbəˈreɪʃən/ (English)

Definitions

  • The action of working with someone to produce or create something.
  • Traitorous cooperation with an enemy.

Usage Examples

  • The artist's collaboration with the musician resulted in a unique piece of work.
  • During the war, collaboration with the enemy was seen as treasonous.

Etymology

From Late Latin collaboratio ("working together"), from collaborare ("to work together").

Synonyms

  • Cooperation
  • Partnership
  • Alliance
  • Teamwork

Antonyms

  • Competition
  • Opposition
  • Rivalry

Translations

Language Translation Pronunciation
SpanishColaboraciónko.la.βo.ɾaˈθjon
FrenchCollaborationkɔ.la.bɔ.ʁa.sjɔ̃
GermanZusammenarbeittsuˈzamənˌʔaʁbaɪt
Chinese (Simplified)合作hézuò
Japanese協力kyōryoku
RussianСотрудничествоsatrʊˈdnʲitɕɪstvə
Hindiसहयोगsahyog
Tamilகூட்டு வேலைkūṭṭu vēlai
Teluguసహకారంsahakāraṁ

Regional Pronunciation Variations

In American English, the final syllable is more emphasized, whereas in British English, the emphasis is lighter on the last part of the word.

Historical Usage

The term "collaboration" became politically significant during World War II when it referred to working with occupying enemy forces.

Cultural Nuances

While often a positive term in business and academia, "collaboration" has had negative connotations in historical and political contexts.

More Information

Collaboration fosters innovation and problem-solving across industries, but it also requires effective communication, trust, and shared goals to be successful.

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