verb
schenken
adni · ajándékozni
Etwas freiwillig und ohne Bezahlung an eine andere Person geben, um ihr eine Freude zu machen.
The German word "schenken" is a verb that means "to give (a gift)" or "to present". It is commonly used when giving someone something voluntarily without expecting anything in return.
Root word:
- Schenk-: Related to "Schenker" (giver) or "Aus schenken" (to pour out), implying the act of giving or offering.
Similar words:
- geben (to give)
- verschenken (to give away as a gift)
- überreichen (to hand over, formally present)
Differences:
- schenken specifically implies giving as a gift, often with a sense of kindness or generosity.
- geben is more general for "to give" and does not necessarily imply a gift.
- verschenken emphasizes giving something away free, possibly without fully valuing it.
- überreichen is more formal, used in ceremonies or presentations.
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Examples
Ich schenke meinem Freund ein Buch.verb
Adok a barátomnak egy könyvet.
Sie schenkt ihrem Bruder ein neues Handy.verb
Ő ajándékoz a testvérének egy új telefont.
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