takes part

[/teɪks pɑːrt/]
verb phrase
participa
1. to be involved in an activity, event, or process; to participate
She takes part in the community theater production every year.
Ela participa da produção de teatro comunitário todos os anos.
2. to have a share or role in something
The company takes part in several charitable initiatives.
A empresa participa de várias iniciativas beneficentes.
3. to engage or participate in a competition or contest
Three countries take part in the Olympic Games.
Três países participam dos Jogos Olímpicos.
This phrase is widely used in both American English and Brazilian Portuguese in formal and informal contexts. In Brazil, 'participa' is the most natural and frequent choice, while 'toma parte' is more literal but still acceptable. The phrase is commonly used in academic, sports, and community contexts across both cultures.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
participatesjoinsengages inpartakes ingets involved in
Antonyms / Antônimos
abstains fromavoidsrefrains fromsits outwithdraws from

Regional Variations

General Brazilian Portuguese
participa
Most common and standard form
Rio de Janeiro
participa / toma parte
Both forms are used; 'toma parte' is more literal
São Paulo
participa
Preferred in formal and business contexts
Portugal
participa / toma parte
Both forms are standard; 'toma parte' is slightly more formal

Related Words

participateinvolvementparticipationparticipantjoinengage

Related Idioms & Phrases

take part in
take an active part in
take no part in
take full part in
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