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Verbs preceded by 给 ("gei3")

给 gěi

Verb
HSK 3

Structure

Subj. + 给 + Target + [Verb Phrase]

Translations

  • give
  • to
  • for

Definition

动词前加“给”的结构表示动作是为了某人或某物而进行的，或者动作的方向指向某人，常带有服务或受益的含义。

The pattern of placing '给' before a verb indicates that the action is performed for someone or something, or the direction of the action is toward someone, often implying service or benefit.

Usage

主语 + 给 + (对象) + 动词 + (宾语)。用于强调动作的受益对象或方向。对象可以是人、机构或事物。动词常为及物动词。

Subject + 给 + (recipient) + Verb + (object). Used to emphasize the beneficiary or direction of the action. The recipient can be a person, organization, or thing. The verb is often transitive.

Examples

  • 1 妈妈给孩子讲故事。 (Mom tells a story to the child.)
  • 2 我给朋友打电话。 (I call my friend.)
  • 3 请给我倒杯水。 (Please pour a glass of water for me.)
  • 4 他给公司写了一封信。 (He wrote a letter to the company.)
  • 5 老师给学生辅导功课。 (The teacher tutors the students.)

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