赠

zèng

to bestow, to confer, to present a gift

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Stroke order animation for 赠

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Usage and Nuances

The character 赠 (zèng) primarily means "to give as a gift" or "to present something to someone". It is often used in formal or written contexts, such as gifting books, artworks, or ceremonial presents. Unlike 普通的 给 (gěi), 赠 implies a thoughtful or official gift rather than a casual giving.

Common Collocations

  • 赠送 (zèngsòng): to present or give as a gift, often used in business or formal occasions.
  • 赠品 (zèngpǐn): complimentary gift or freebie, commonly used in marketing.
  • 赠与 (zèngyǔ): to bestow or confer, often used in legal or formal contexts.

Register and Tone

赠 is more formal and literary than 给. It is suitable for written language, speeches, or polite expressions. In daily conversation, people usually use 给 or 送 instead.

Common Confusion

Do not confuse 赠 with 送 (sòng), which also means "to give" or "to send" but is more general and informal. 赠 emphasizes the gift aspect and is often used in official or ceremonial contexts.

例文

他赠送了一本书给老师作为感谢。

Tā zèngsòngle yī běn shū gěi lǎoshī zuòwéi gǎnxiè.

He presented a book to the teacher as a thank you.

公司赠送员工节日礼品。

Gōngsī zèngsòng yuángōng jiérì lǐpǐn.

The company gives holiday gifts to employees.

这幅画是他赠给朋友的生日礼物。

Zhè fú huà shì tā zèng gěi péngyǒu de shēngrì lǐwù.

This painting is a birthday gift he gave to his friend.