contribución
“contribución” means “contribution” in Spanish. It has 2 different meanings depending on context:
contribution
Also: input, donation
📝 In Action
Tu contribución al proyecto fue muy importante.
A2Your contribution to the project was very important.
Agradecemos su contribución generosa a nuestra fundación.
B1We appreciate your generous donation to our foundation.
Hizo una contribución significativa a la ciencia moderna.
B2He made a significant contribution to modern science.
tax
Also: levy, dues
📝 In Action
Tengo que pagar la contribución de la casa este mes.
B2I have to pay the property tax on the house this month.
El ayuntamiento ha subido las contribuciones territoriales.
C1The city council has raised the local property taxes.
La contribución es obligatoria para todos los vecinos.
B2The fee is mandatory for all residents.
✏️ Quick Practice
Quick Quiz: contribución
Question 1 of 3
Which of these is the correct way to say 'the contribution'?
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📚 Etymology▼
From the Latin word 'contributio,' which comes from 'tribuere' meaning 'to assign or give.' The prefix 'con-' means 'together,' so it literally means 'giving together.'
First recorded: 13th century
Cognates (Related words)
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is 'contribución' the same as 'impuesto'?
Not exactly. 'Impuesto' is the general word for any tax. 'Contribución' is a type of payment that usually provides a specific benefit or refers to property/local fees.
Why does the accent disappear in the plural?
Spanish rules say that if a word ends in 'n' and the stress is on the last syllable (like contribución), it needs an accent. When you add 'es', the stress stays on the same sound but it's no longer the last syllable, so the accent isn't needed anymore!
Can I use 'contribución' to mean a 'comment' in a meeting?
Yes! You can say 'Gracias por tu contribución' (Thanks for your input/comment) if someone shares a helpful idea.