provide
Meaning: To supply or make available something that is needed or wanted
Provide means to give, supply, or make something available to someone. It often implies meeting a need or fulfilling a requirement. The word is frequently used in formal contexts and can be followed by various prepositions: 'provide something for someone,' 'provide someone with something,' or 'provide that' (stipulate a condition).
Examples
- The hotel provides free breakfast for all guests. 酒店为所有客人提供免费早餐。El hotel proporciona desayuno gratuito para todos los huéspedes.ホテルはすべてのゲストに無料の朝食を提供しています。호텔은 모든 투숙객에게 무료 조식을 제공합니다.
- Can you provide me with more details about the project? 你能提供更多关于这个项目的详情吗?¿Puede proporcionarme más detalles sobre el proyecto?プロジェクトについてもっと詳しい情報を教えていただけますか?프로젝트에 대해 더 자세한 정보를 알려주시겠습니까?
- The new law provides that all employees must receive training. 新法律规定所有员工必须接受培训。La nueva ley establece que todos los empleados deben recibir formación.新しい法律は、すべての従業員が研修を受けなければならないと規定しています。새 법률은 모든 직원이 교육을 받아야 한다고 규정하고 있습니다.
Pronunciation
Usage Guide
Context: general
Tone: neutral
Origin & History
From Latin 'providere' meaning 'to foresee, to look ahead' (pro- 'before' + videre 'to see'). Originally meant to prepare for future needs — the idea of seeing ahead and making ready.
Cultural Context
Era: Modern
Generation: All ages
Social background: Universal
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