The difference between joining and joining.

Joining means taking part in some small-scale activities, such as "ball games". Participation refers to attending meetings or mass activities.

Extended bilingual example

1, my parents join me in wishing you happiness in the future. My parents and I wish you happiness in the future.

Soon, the whole crowd joined in singing this song. Soon, the whole crowd joined in singing this song.

Everyone likes to take part in this activity. Everyone is willing to take part in this activity.

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Generally, join a group composed of many people, such as an organization or group, and become a member of it. With JOIN, this group can be fixed, such as a party or a club, or temporary, such as a debate team.

He joined the photography club last week. He joined the photography club last week. Mary joined the debate team. Mary joined the debate team.

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Part in and join in are similar in usage and sometimes interchangeable. They can refer to group activities, such as participating in activities and competitions, but note that participation cannot be interchanged with joining.

Thousands of students took part in the demonstration. They won't let me take part in their games. They won't let me take part in their games.