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give in French

give in French is donner, bailler — give means to hand over or transfer something to someone.

give in French

donner
verb
To transfer one's possession or holding of (something) to (someone).
bailler
verb
To transfer one's possession or holding of (something) to (someone).

What does "give" mean?

  1. verb To hand over or transfer something to someone.
    "She gave him the keys before she left."
  2. verb To provide or make something available.
    "The course gives students hands-on experience."
  3. verb To yield or bend under pressure.
    "The old floorboards gave slightly under his weight."
  4. noun The amount something bends or flexes under pressure; springiness.
    "There's a bit of give in this mattress."
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give in a sentence

  • She gave him the keys before she left.
  • Can you give me a hand with these boxes?
  • The course gives students hands-on experience.
  • The old floorboards gave slightly under his weight.

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What is "give" in French?

"give" in French is donner, bailler. give means: To hand over or transfer something to someone.

How do you use "give" in a sentence?

Example: "She gave him the keys before she left." In French, "give" is donner, bailler.

Are there other ways to say "give" in French?

Yes — French has 2 translations listed for "give": donner, bailler.

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