share in
B1 neutral inseparable transitive
In simple words
To be part of something that other people are experiencing too — like sharing in a win or sharing in the blame.
Literal meaning: To take a share of something that is inside a group or experience.
Meanings
1 B1 neutral
To take part in an experience, feeling, or outcome that others are also involved in.
"Everyone who worked on the project should share in the credit for its success."
"We share in the sadness of this moment."
— Barack Obama, on the death of Nelson Mandela, December 2013.
Grammar: inseparable
2 B2 neutral
To receive a portion of financial returns or benefits along with others.
"As a partner, you will share in any profits the firm generates."
Grammar: inseparable
Usage notes
Often used for experiences that are shared emotionally or collectively — profits, grief, pride, responsibility. Somewhat more formal than 'share'. Commonly used in speeches and formal writing.
Commonly used with
success profits grief joy responsibility blame
Forms
Base
share in
I/you/we/they
3rd person
shares in
he/she/it
Past simple
shared in
yesterday
Past participle
shared in
have + pp
-ing form
sharing in
continuous
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