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Gifts: meaning, definitions and examples

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gifts

 

[ ษกษชfts ]

Noun / Verb
Context #1 | Noun

for special occasions

Items given to someone without the expectation of payment. Gifts are typically given to celebrate special occasions or show appreciation.

Synonyms

presents, presents, presents

Examples of usage

  • She received many gifts for her birthday.
  • He gave her a beautiful gift to show his love.
  • The children exchanged gifts during the holiday season.
Context #2 | Noun

talents or abilities

Natural talents or abilities that someone possesses. A gift can also refer to a special quality or attribute that sets someone apart.

Synonyms

abilities, skills, talents

Examples of usage

  • His gift for music was evident from a young age.
  • She has a gift for making people feel comfortable.
  • The artist's gift for painting was recognized by all.
Context #3 | Verb

to give something as a gift

To present someone with a gift or to give something without expecting payment in return.

Synonyms

bestow, give, present

Examples of usage

  • She gifts her time to help those in need.
  • He gifted her a book for her graduation.

Translations

Translations of the word "gifts" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น presentes

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เค‰เคชเคนเคพเคฐ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Geschenke

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ hadiah

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะฟะพะดะฐั€ัƒะฝะบะธ

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ prezenty

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ่ดˆใ‚Š็‰ฉ

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท cadeaux

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ regalos

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท hediyeler

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ์„ ๋ฌผ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ู‡ุฏุงูŠุง

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ dรกrky

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ dary

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ็คผ็‰ฉ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ darila

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ gjafir

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ัั‹ะนะปั‹า›ั‚ะฐั€

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒกแƒแƒฉแƒฃแƒฅแƒ แƒ”แƒ‘แƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ hษ™diyyษ™lษ™r

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ regalos

Etymology

The word 'gift' originated from the Old English word 'gift', which meant 'payment, reward, or a thing given'. The concept of giving gifts has been a part of human culture for centuries, often used to show appreciation, celebrate special occasions, or strengthen social bonds. The tradition of exchanging gifts has evolved over time, with different cultures and societies having their own customs and rituals associated with gift-giving.

See also: gift, gifted.

Word Frequency Rank

Ranking #3,650, this word is part of upper-intermediate vocabulary. While not among the most basic terms, it appears often enough to be valuable for advanced communication.