das Präsent
Translation
present, gift
Examples
Zu ihrem Geburtstag bekam sie viele Präsente.
She received many presents for her birthday.
Er machte mir ein kleines Präsent.
He gave me a small present.
Grammar Patterns
to give ((sb.)) ((a present)) He gave his wife a lovely present.
Similar Words
Synonyms: Geschenk, Gabe
Etymology
From French 'présent', derived from Latin 'praesentare' (to present). It shares the same root as the English word 'present'.
Memory Tips
This is a more formal word for 'Geschenk' (gift). Imagine formally 'presenting' a gift to someone.