No. 613 in German
beitrag
"Beitrag" means "contribution" in English.
In a sentence
Sein Beitrag zur Diskussion war sehr hilfreich.
His contribution to the discussion was very helpful.
In this sentence, 'Beitrag' refers to a person's contribution or input in a discussion. This usage is quite common to denote an active participation in a topic or activity.
Der monatliche Beitrag zur Versicherung wurde erhöht.
The monthly contribution to the insurance has been increased.
Here, 'Beitrag' denotes a financial contribution or fee paid regularly, such as a subscription or insurance payment.
Ihr Beitrag zum Projekt hat wesentlich zum Erfolg beigetragen.
Her contribution to the project significantly contributed to its success.
In this context, 'Beitrag' is used in a more general sense to refer to a person's work, effort, or provision that aids in the success of a collective endeavor.
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