A1 Collocation Neutral

Donner un cadeau

To give a gift

Meaning

To present something to someone as a present.

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Cultural Background

It is common to bring flowers or wine when invited to dinner. Gift-giving is often more casual but equally appreciated.

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Preposition check

Always use 'à' before the person receiving the gift.

Meaning

To present something to someone as a present.

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Preposition check

Always use 'à' before the person receiving the gift.

Test Yourself

Complete the sentence.

Je vais ___ un cadeau à mon frère.

✓ Correct! ✗ Not quite. Correct answer: donner

Donner is the correct verb for handing over a gift.

🎉 Score: /1

Practice Bank

1 exercises
Complete the sentence. Fill Blank A1

Je vais ___ un cadeau à mon frère.

✓ Correct! ✗ Not quite. Correct answer: donner

Donner is the correct verb for handing over a gift.

🎉 Score: /1

Frequently Asked Questions

1 questions

No, use 'offrir' for gifts.

Related Phrases

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Offrir un cadeau

synonym

To offer a gift

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Faire un cadeau

synonym

To make/give a gift

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