Give: meaning, definitions and examples

Use 'give' for general situations where you transfer something to someone else, without any particular formality or specificity.

• She gave me a book for my birthday.
• Can you give me a hand with this project?

Use 'offer' in situations where you present or propose something to someone for acceptance or rejection.

• She offered me a cup of tea.
• He offered to help with the move.

Use 'provide' when you are supplying something necessary or useful, often in an ongoing or regular manner.

• The company provides health insurance to its employees.
• She provides for her family by working two jobs.

Use 'grant' in official or formal situations where permission or an award is being given, often following a request.

• The university granted him a scholarship.
• The city council granted permission for the parade.

Use 'donate' when giving something, typically money or goods, to a charity or a cause without expecting anything in return.

• He donated $100 to the animal shelter.
• They decided to donate their old clothes to the local orphanage.

Use 'bestow' in formal situations where you grant something of high value, honor, or significance.

• The king bestowed knighthood upon the brave warrior.
• She bestowed her blessings upon the newlyweds.