Presents: meaning, definitions and examples

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presents

 

[ prɪˈzɛnts ]

Noun / Verb
Context #1 | Noun

gifts

Something that is given to someone as a gift, especially on a special occasion like a birthday or Christmas.

Synonyms

gift, offering, token

Examples of usage

  • He received many presents on his birthday.
  • She bought a beautiful present for her friend's wedding.
  • The children were excited to open their presents on Christmas morning.
Context #2 | Verb

giving

To give something to someone, especially as a gift or offering.

Synonyms

bestow, give, offer

Examples of usage

  • She presents flowers to her mother on Mother's Day.
  • He presented a painting to the museum as a donation.
  • They will present awards to the winners of the competition.

Translations

Translations of the word "presents" in other languages:

🇵🇹 presentes

🇮🇳 उपहार (upahār)

🇩🇪 Geschenke

🇮🇩 hadiah

🇺🇦 подарунки

🇵🇱 prezenty

🇯🇵 プレゼント (purezento)

🇫🇷 cadeaux

🇪🇸 regalos

🇹🇷 hediyeler

🇰🇷 선물 (seonmul)

🇸🇦 هدايا (hadaya)

🇨🇿 dárky

🇸🇰 darčeky

🇨🇳 礼物 (lǐwù)

🇸🇮 darila

🇮🇸 gjafir

🇰🇿 сыйлықтар

🇬🇪 საჩუქრები (sachuqrebi)

🇦🇿 hədiyyələr

🇲🇽 regalos

Word origin

The word 'presents' originated from the Latin word 'praesentare' which means 'to show, exhibit, or offer'. Over time, the meaning evolved to include the act of giving gifts or offerings to others. The tradition of giving presents dates back to ancient times when offerings were made to gods and rulers as a sign of respect or allegiance. Today, presents are commonly exchanged during holidays, celebrations, and special occasions as a symbol of love, appreciation, and goodwill.

See also: presence, present, presentable, presentation, presentations, presented, presenter, presenting, presently.