gift
Elementary (A2)
IPA: /ɡɪft/
KK: /gɪft/
noun
Definition
A present or something given to someone without expecting anything in return.
Example
She received a beautiful gift for her birthday.
Conversation
Did you see the gift I got for Sarah's birthday?
Yeah, it's really thoughtful of you!
I just wanted to make her feel special on her day.
You definitely did — she's going to love that gift!
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
talent
present
offering
Antonyms
curse
liability
burden
transitive verb
Definition
To give something to someone as a present or a special offering.
Example
She decided to gift her friend a beautiful necklace for her birthday.
Tense Forms
Past: gifted
Past Participle: gifted
Conversation
I was thinking about how I should gift something special to my sister for her birthday.
That's a great idea! What do you have in mind?
I want to gift her a nice bracelet that she mentioned before.
Root Explanation
The word 'gift' originates from Old Norse 'gipt', meaning a gift or something given. It reflects the act of giving or presenting something to someone.
Memory Tip
Think of the Old Norse word 'gipt' which means something given — this helps you remember that a gift is something you give to someone.
Visually Confused Words
grift
git
gif
regift
begift