Collaborate meaning in English

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Definition

to collaborate: to cooperate, to work together verb
(a) collaborative (effort): (an effort made) as a team, in a group, with contributions from several people adjective

Examples

  • "Bruno began to brainstorm. If there were only some way that he and Horatio could collaborate to create incredible fragrances..."
  • "Cheryl : That's why he wants to collaborate on a co-branded version of the product."
  • "Bruno wondered if there were some way that he and Horatio could collaborate to create incredible fragrances..."
  • "However, in my department, I try to make time to listen to my staff and collaborate with them. I suppose my management style is to be as approachable as possible."
  • "Not only is Kevin offering to pay for dinner, but we're collaborating as a team: it's enough to bring a tear to the eye."
  • "Bruno began to brainstorm. If there were only some way that he and Horatio could collaborate to create incredible fragrances…"
Exercise 1
From what you've heard, which of the following adjectives would Hannah use to describe her management style?

There may be more than one correct answer!
From what you've heard, which of the following adjectives would Hannah use to describe her management style?

There may be more than one correct answer!
This adjective does not best describe Hannah's style of management. A "critical" manager is one who finds fault easily and is disapproving.
This adjective correctly describes Hannah's management style. Hannah says that she tries to be "approachable", and says that this means "making sure that people feel comfortable in coming to me and asking me questions". Accessible and approachable share similar meanings.
This adjective correctly describes Hannah's management style. Hannah says that she tries "to make time to listen to my staff and collaborate with them." With a collaborative management style, emphasis is put on working together, and there is a spirit of cooperation.
This adjective does not best describe Hannah's style of management. A "hands-on" manager is someone who gets involved personally or actively participates. Hannah doesn't say she involves herself in her colleagues' day-to-day tasks.

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