contributes to
[/kənˈtrɪbjuːts tuː/]
verb phrase
contribui para
1. To give something (money, time, effort, ideas) to help achieve a goal or support a cause
She contributes to the project by providing financial support.
Ela contribui para o projeto fornecendo apoio financeiro.
2. To be a factor or cause that helps bring about a result or condition
Regular exercise contributes to better health.
O exercício regular contribui para uma melhor saúde.
3. To write articles or pieces for a publication or organization
He contributes to several international magazines.
Ele contribui para várias revistas internacionais.
In both American and Brazilian contexts, 'contributes to' is formal and commonly used in academic, professional, and institutional discourse. In Brazil, it frequently appears in discussions about social contributions and community participation. In the USA, it's widely used in corporate environments, nonprofits, and educational settings.
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