贈る

おくる

To present or give as a gift

N3verb·okuru

How to remember it

贈 shares 貝 (shell, old money) — formally giving something valuable as a gift.

Example sentences

  • 母に花を贈った。

    ははにはなをおくった。

    I gave flowers to my mother.

  • 優勝者にカップを贈る。

    ゆうしょうしゃにカップをおくる。

    They present a cup to the winner.

Usage

Formal verb for gifting; use あげる for everyday giving.

Related words

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