Verb
at bidrage
Meaning
to contribute
| Infinitive | Nutid | Datid | Førnutid |
| at bidrage | bidrager | bidrog | har bidraget |
Example on how to use the verb – Danish version
Hvert forår afholder den lille by Elmsworth et velgørenhedsmarked for at støtte det lokale bibliotek. I år bidrager lokalsamfundet med mere energi og entusiasme end nogensinde før. Børn maler farverige bannere, familier medbringer hjemmelavede lækkerier, og lokale musikere optræder på landsbyens grønne område. Alle er ivrige efter at bidrage til en sag, der har beriget deres liv.
For et år siden var biblioteket næsten lukket på grund af budgetnedskæringer. På det tidspunkt havde beboerne allerede bidraget med tusindvis af dollars, men det var ikke nok. Borgmesteren husker: “Vi kæmpede, indtil Clara Thompson bidrog med hele sin afdøde mands bogsamling – over fem tusind bind. Denne generøse handling havde genoplivet håbet.” Clara, en pensioneret lærer, havde stille og roligt støttet biblioteket i årtier. Før sin donation havde hun bidraget med ugentlige frivillige timer, organiseret arrangementer og vejledt unge læsere.
Nu, hvor hun står ved indgangen til det travle marked, smiler Clara. Luften summer af latter og musik. En ung pige løber hen og giver hende et håndlavet takkekort. “Du hjalp med at redde vores historier,” står der. Claras øjne glitrer. Hun husker de lange aftener, hun havde tilbragt med at katalogisere bøger og skrive ansøgninger om legater. Selvom hun aldrig søgte anerkendelse, havde hendes bidrag vævet hende ind i byens hjerte.
Når solen går ned, flyder donationsbøssen over. Indbyggerne i Elmsworth beviste, at når de har bidraget sammen, skaber selv den mindste indsats varig forandring.
English version
Every spring, the small town of Elmsworth hosts a charity fair to support its local library. This year, the community contributes more energy and enthusiasm than ever before. Children paint colorful banners, families bring homemade treats, and local musicians perform on the village green. Everyone is eager to contribute to a cause that has enriched their lives.
A year ago, the library nearly closed due to budget cuts. At that time, residents had already contributed thousands of dollars, but it wasn’t enough. The mayor recalls, “We were struggling until Clara Thompson contributed her late husband’s entire book collection—over five thousand volumes. That act of generosity had rekindled hope.” Clara, a retired teacher, had quietly supported the library for decades. Before her donation, she had contributed weekly volunteer hours, organizing events and mentoring young readers.
Now, standing at the entrance of the bustling fair, Clara smiles. The air hums with laughter and music. A young girl runs up, handing her a handmade thank-you card. “You helped save our stories,” it reads. Clara’s eyes glisten. She remembers the long evenings she had spent cataloging books and writing grant applications. Though she never sought recognition, her contributions had woven her into the town’s heart.
As the sun sets, the donation box overflows. The people of Elmsworth proved that when they contribute together, even the smallest efforts create lasting change.
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