verb
tillföra
add · contribute
Definition & meaning
The verb tillföra primarily means to add, supply, or contribute something to a system, a process, or a person.
- To supply/provide: To give or furnish something (often something positive, such as resources, nutrients, or capital) to something else. For example, adding nutrients to the soil or supplying capital to a company.
- To contribute/add value: To bring a positive quality or benefit to a situation. For example, saying that a new employee contributes new ideas to a team.
Grammar & Word origin
Grammar:
- Infinitive: tillföra
- Present tense: tillför
- Past tense: tillförde
- Past participle: tillfört
Word origin: The word is a compound of the prefix till (to/towards) and the verb föra (to lead/to carry/to bring). Etymologically, it signifies "bringing something towards" or "adding to."
Synonyms & antonyms
Synonyms:
- Addera (to add)
- Bidra (to contribute)
- Skjuta till (to provide/contribute, often money)
- Tilldela (to allocate/assign)
- Tillföra (the word itself)
Antonyms:
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Examples
Grönsakerna tillför både färg och smak till soppan.verb
The vegetables add both color and flavor to the soup.
Hon tillför nya idéer till diskussionen.verb
She contributes new ideas to the discussion.
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