Partake
To take part in something; to participate, or to eat or drink as part of a meal or event.
verbPartake
To take part in something; to participate, or to eat or drink as part of a meal or event.
verbImagine This
Imagine you join a neighborhood potluck. You walk around the table, sampling dishes from different hosts and chatting with new friends as you partake in the shared feast. You are actively taking part in the event and its conversations.
Sounds Like
par-teyk
Looks Like
part + take (two common English words) fused together
Remember This
Partake can mean either participation (in) or consumption (of). Use 'partake in' for activities and 'partake of' for food or drink. It tends to be more formal than everyday 'participate.'
Other Forms
Connect With
participate, join, engage in, share in, take part in
Note
Tips: Do not confuse with 'participate' in contexts about involvement; 'partake' with 'in' emphasizes joining in, while 'partake of' emphasizes consuming. Common in formal writing or religious/ceremonial contexts.