Participation was
Research methodology and reporting expression
Use `participation was` to professionally describe the group involved in your project, study, or formal event.
In 15 Sekunden
- Used to report the number or type of people in a study.
- Standard for professional reports, academic papers, and formal presentations.
- Follow with adjectives like 'voluntary', 'anonymous', or specific numerical data.
Bedeutung
This phrase is used to describe how many people joined an event or study and what they were like. It is the standard way to report the 'who' and 'how many' in a professional or academic setting.
Wichtige Beispiele
3 von 6Writing a formal research paper
Participation was entirely voluntary and participants remained anonymous.
Participation was entirely voluntary and participants remained anonymous.
Reporting on a company survey
Participation was higher than expected, with a 90% response rate.
Participation was higher than expected, with a 90% response rate.
Discussing a community workshop
Participation was limited to local residents to ensure a focused discussion.
Participation was limited to local residents to ensure a focused discussion.
Kultureller Hintergrund
This expression is rooted in the Western academic and corporate tradition of 'methodological transparency.' It became a staple in the mid-20th century as data-driven reporting became the gold standard for credibility in research and business.
Pair with Adverbs
Boost your C1 level by adding adverbs like `Participation was 'remarkably' high` or `Participation was 'strictly' limited`.
Don't count 'Participation'
Remember, 'participation' is an uncountable concept here. You don't say 'The participations were'. Always keep it singular.
In 15 Sekunden
- Used to report the number or type of people in a study.
- Standard for professional reports, academic papers, and formal presentations.
- Follow with adjectives like 'voluntary', 'anonymous', or specific numerical data.
What It Means
Participation was is your go-to opener for reporting data about people. It tells your audience the scale of involvement. It is not just about counting heads. It describes the quality or nature of the group. Think of it as the 'attendance report' for serious projects. It sets the stage for your results.
How To Use It
Follow the phrase with a descriptive adjective or a specific number. You can say participation was voluntary to show nobody was forced. You might say participation was limited if the group was small. It usually sits at the start of a sentence. It acts as a formal bridge between your method and your findings. Keep it simple and direct.
When To Use It
Use this when writing a report for your boss. It is perfect for academic papers or university assignments. Use it during a presentation to explain your survey results. If you are organizing a community event, use it in the follow-up email. It sounds polished and organized. It shows you have analyzed the data carefully.
When NOT To Use It
Do not use this at a casual birthday party. Saying "Participation was high at my BBQ" sounds like a robot wrote it. Avoid it in quick text messages to friends. It is too stiff for a coffee date. If you are talking about a fun hobby, use lots of people showed up instead. Keep it out of romantic or highly emotional conversations.
Cultural Background
In Western professional culture, transparency is key. We love to know exactly who was involved in a decision or study. This phrase reflects a culture of 'accountability' and 'data-driven' results. It became popular as social sciences and corporate analytics grew. It implies that the group was selected with a specific purpose in mind.
Common Variations
Attendance was(specifically for physical presence)Engagement was(if people were very active)Turnout was(common for elections or public events)Involvement was(for long-term projects)The response rate was(specifically for surveys)
Nutzungshinweise
This phrase is strictly formal to neutral. It is most at home in the 'Methodology' or 'Results' section of a report.
Pair with Adverbs
Boost your C1 level by adding adverbs like `Participation was 'remarkably' high` or `Participation was 'strictly' limited`.
Don't count 'Participation'
Remember, 'participation' is an uncountable concept here. You don't say 'The participations were'. Always keep it singular.
The 'Opt-out' Culture
In English-speaking professional contexts, if you say `participation was presumed`, it means people were included unless they said no. It's a key distinction!
Beispiele
6Participation was entirely voluntary and participants remained anonymous.
Participation was entirely voluntary and participants remained anonymous.
This is a standard way to address ethics in research.
Participation was higher than expected, with a 90% response rate.
Participation was higher than expected, with a 90% response rate.
Used to show the success of an internal initiative.
Participation was limited to local residents to ensure a focused discussion.
Participation was limited to local residents to ensure a focused discussion.
Explains the criteria for who could join.
Participation was mandatory, but enthusiasm was definitely optional.
Participation was mandatory, but enthusiasm was definitely optional.
A witty way to say people were there because they had to be.
Participation was deeply moving for everyone involved in the session.
Participation was deeply moving for everyone involved in the session.
Describes the emotional quality of the involvement.
Participation was great today! We had over 200 people log in.
Participation was great today! We had over 200 people log in.
Slightly less formal but still professional for a work chat.
Teste dich selbst
Choose the best adjective to complete the formal report sentence.
Participation was ___ to ensure that no one felt pressured to join.
In research, 'voluntary' is the most common adjective used with 'participation' to show ethical standards.
Complete the sentence to describe a small, exclusive group.
Participation was ___ to senior management only.
'Restricted to' is a common collocation used to define the boundaries of a group.
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Visuelle Lernhilfen
Formality Spectrum of Participation Phrases
Talking to friends
A lot of people showed up.
General office talk
The turnout was good.
Research/Reports
Participation was significant.
Legal/Scientific
Participation was contingent upon consent.
Where to use 'Participation was'
University Thesis
Participation was anonymous.
Annual Report
Participation was 15% higher.
Clinical Trial
Participation was monitored.
Non-Profit Event
Participation was community-led.
Häufig gestellte Fragen
10 FragenIt sounds very stiff for a party. Use The turnout was great or So many people came instead.
Yes, it almost always refers to human involvement in an activity, survey, or study.
Attendance just means being there. Participation implies they actually did something or were part of the data.
Yes, you can say Participation is voluntary when describing the rules of a study before it starts.
Absolutely. It is perfect for summarizing the results of a team poll or a company-wide event.
It means you gave people a reward, like a gift card or money, to join your study.
Yes, this is the standard way to report that not many people joined your activity.
Yes, it is used globally in all standard dialects of English for formal reporting.
Use specific descriptors like Participation was diverse or Participation was geographically dispersed.
Using it to describe a single person's effort. Use His participation was... instead of just the general phrase.
Verwandte Redewendungen
The response rate was
The percentage of people who completed a survey.
Turnout was
The number of people who attended a public event or vote.
Subject recruitment was
The process of finding people for a scientific study.
Engagement levels were
How active or interested the participants were.
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