基本含义
Join in 通常用于非正式场合,表示加入正在进行的活动,尤其是轻松、自发性的活动(如谈话、游戏、唱歌等)。
She joined in the conversation.(她加入了谈话。)
The kids were playing, and I decided to join in.(孩子们在玩,我决定加入他们。)
The kids were playing, and I decided to join in.(孩子们在玩,我决定加入他们。)
Participate in 更正式,强调有意识地参与某个组织性较强的活动(如会议、比赛、项目等),常用于书面语或正式语境。
He participated in the international conference.(他参加了国际会议。)
All students are encouraged to participate in the science fair.(鼓励所有学生参加科学展览。)
All students are encouraged to participate in the science fair.(鼓励所有学生参加科学展览。)
使用场景对比
- Join in:多用于口语,动作更随意、即时。
- Participate in:多用于正式文体,强调主动性和角色感。
注意:join 单独使用时,还可表示“加入某个组织或团体”,而 join in 强调“加入某项活动”。
常见错误提醒
不要混淆以下用法:
- ✅ I joined the club.(我加入了俱乐部。)
- ✅ I joined in the game.(我加入了游戏。)
- ✅ I participated in the competition.(我参加了比赛。)
- ❌ I participated the game.(错误!必须加 in)