impart
Impart (verb) means to pass on knowledge, advice, or a quality to someone. Example: “The old sailor loved to impart his wisdom to younger crew members.”
How to use impart
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishTo share or pass something on — knowledge, a quality, or a piece of news.
Fairly formal; "share", "give", or "pass on" is more common in everyday speech.
Word forms
imparted past tense, imparts singular
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The old sailor loved to _____ his wisdom to younger crew members.
Etymology
From Middle French impartir, from Late Latin impartire (im- + partire, "to divide, share").
Synonyms
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Frequently asked questions
What does “impart” mean?
The word “impart” means to pass on knowledge, advice, or a quality to someone. In plain terms, to share or pass something on — knowledge, a quality, or a piece of news.
How do you pronounce “impart”?
“Impart” is pronounced ihm-PAHT (/ɪmˈpɑɹt/ in IPA).
How do you use “impart” in a sentence?
Here is “impart” used in a sentence: “The old sailor loved to impart his wisdom to younger crew members.”
What part of speech is “impart”?
“Impart” is a verb.
Where does the word “impart” come from?
The word “impart” comes from Late Latin. From Middle French impartir, from Late Latin impartire (im- + partire, "to divide, share").
Is “impart” a common word?
“Impart” is an uncommon word in modern English.
How many meanings does “impart” have?
“Impart” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: to pass on knowledge, advice, or a quality to someone.