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Learning Chinese: How to Say "Give" in Chinese

Chinese Characters: 给
Pinyin: gěi
Pronunciation: gei3
English Translation: Give

Usage:

"给 (gěi)" is a commonly used verb in Chinese that means "to give." It can be used in a variety of contexts, such as giving someone a gift, giving instructions, or giving permission.

Example:

Chinese: 老师给我们布置作业。
Pinyin: Lǎoshī gěi wǒmen bùzhì zuoye.
English: The teacher gives us homework.
Variations:

There are a few variations of "给 (gěi)" that you may encounter:

送 (sòng): This verb also means "to give," but it is more commonly used when giving someone a gift or something of value.
赠送 (zèngsòng): This verb is similar to "送 (sòng)," but it is more formal and is often used in written Chinese.
Tips for Learning:

Practice saying "给 (gěi)" out loud to improve your pronunciation.
Listen to native Chinese speakers saying "give" to get a sense of the natural rhythm and intonation.
Use "给 (gěi)" in your daily conversations to practice using it in context.
Additional Notes:

"给 (gěi)" is typically followed by the indirect object (the person or thing receiving something) and then the direct object (the thing being given).
For example:

Chinese: 我给老师送花。
Pinyin: Wǒ gěi lǎoshī sòng huā.
English: I give flowers to the teacher.
"给 (gěi)" can also be used to indicate the recipient of an action or state.
For example:

Chinese: 这本书给我。
Pinyin: Zhè běn shū gěi wǒ.
English: This book is for me.