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Partake vs. Participate
Partake
/pɑːˈteɪk/Examples:
Guests can partake in our weekly pottery classes.She decided to partake of the delicious homemade dessert.Many will partake in local traditions during the festival.
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Participate
/pɑːˈtɪsəpeɪt/Examples:
I was eager to participate in the charity bike ride.Students must participate actively in class discussions.He decided to participate after hearing the inspiring speech.
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Ways to tell them apart:
- Partake often implies sharing or consuming something, such as food or a drink.
- Participate is more about being involved in an activity or event.
- Remember partake has the word take in it, suggesting taking or having a portion of something.
- The part in participate suggests that you are being a part of an activity or group.
- Use partake when referring to sharing or enjoying something, and participate when referring to involvement in activities.
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