colaborar
verb
Senses
- 1.
to collaborate, to cooperate
to work together with others toward a common goal
- 2.
to contribute
to give help, support, or resources to something
- 3.
to assist, to help
to provide aid or support to someone or something
Examples
"Vários países colaboraram na pesquisa sobre mudanças climáticas."
Several countries collaborated on the research about climate change.
"Você pode colaborar com a campanha doando alimentos?"
Can you contribute to the campaign by donating food?
"Os funcionários colaboraram para terminar o projeto no prazo."
The employees worked together to finish the project on time.
Usage
Commonly used with prepositions 'com' (with someone) or 'para/em' (toward something). In formal contexts, often implies positive contribution or teamwork. Can be followed by 'para que' + subjunctive to express purpose.
Conjugation
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