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Definition
Contribution; achievement; actions that positively help a cause or project.
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How it's used
Refers specifically to significant accomplishments or meaningful contributions that leave a lasting impact. It carries a formal or professional tone, making it sound slightly more sophisticated than the everyday word 貢獻. It is frequently used in evaluative contexts, such as discussing someone's career performance or historical legacy.
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He has made quite a few contributions in this industry.
What contributions do you think he has made to the company?
Related words
Common phrases
made many significant contributions
hardly made any contribution
Common mistake
Avoid using this word for minor, everyday tasks or small favors, as it implies a level of substantial achievement or structural improvement that goes beyond simple helpfulness.
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Grammar guides
- TonesCantonese has six tones, and the tones can change in certain grammatical contexts. Learn the six tones and the rules for tone change.
- Time and datesClock time, days of the week, months, and years. The patterns you need to make plans and talk about when things happen.
- Modal verbsHow to say can, will, may, should, must, and want. The core modal verbs of Cantonese and the differences that trip up beginners.
