devote in English
- devote⇄adj. (Archaic.) devoted.
- devote⇄devote, verb, -voted,-voting,adjective.
- devote⇄v.t. 1. to give up (oneself, or one's money, time, or efforts) to some person, purpose, or service.
Ex. The mother devoted herself to her children. He devoted his efforts to the improvement of the parks in his city. Is the nation as yet devoting en
devote in Kashmiri कॉशुर
devote in Marathi मराठी
devote in Sindhi سنڌي
Devote
Part of Speech
Verb
Pronunciation
/dɪˈvoʊt/ (English), /dəˈvoʊt/ (British English)
Definitions
- To give all or a large part of one's time or resources to a person, activity, or cause.
- To dedicate oneself wholeheartedly to something.
Usage Examples
- She decided to devote her life to helping others.
- He devoted his entire weekend to studying for the exam.
Etymology
From Latin "devotus," past participle of "devovēre," meaning to vow, dedicate, or consecrate.
Synonyms
- Dedicate
- Commit
- Allocate
- Give
Antonyms
- Neglect
- Ignore
- Withhold
Translations
| Language | Translation | Pronunciation |
|---|---|---|
| Spanish | Dedicar | /deðiˈkar/ |
| French | Consacrer | /kɔ̃.sa.kʁe/ |
| German | Widmen | /ˈvɪdmən/ |
| Hindi | समर्पित करना (Samarpit Karna) | /səˈmər.pɪt kər.na/ |
| Russian | Посвятить (Posvyatit') | /pəs.vʲɪˈtʲitʲ/ |
| Chinese | 奉献 (Fèngxiàn) | /fəŋ˥˩.ɕiɛn˥˩/ |
Regional Pronunciation Variations
In American English, pronounced as /dɪˈvoʊt/, while in British English, it is sometimes pronounced /dəˈvoʊt/.
Historical Usage
Originally used in religious and sacrificial contexts, later expanded to include dedication to causes, people, or work.
Cultural Nuances
In various cultures, "devoting" oneself to a cause, family, or religion is considered an act of high moral value.
More Information
The word "devote" is often associated with positive commitment and selflessness, frequently appearing in literature and religious texts.