verschenken
Translation
to give away, to give as a gift
Examples
Ich verschenke meine alten Bücher.
I'm giving away my old books.
Sie hat ihr Herz an ihn verschenkt.
She gave her heart to him.
Grammar Patterns
((sth.)) ((to sb.)) to give sth. away to sb. I'm giving my books away to a friend.
Similar Words
Synonyms: to give away, to donate; Antonyms: to keep, to receive
Etymology
From 'ver-' (a prefix that can imply 'away' or completion) + 'schenken' (to give a gift). So, 'to gift away'.
Memory Tips
While 'schenken' is just 'to gift', 'verschenken' emphasizes that the item is being given away completely, often for free and leaving your possession.