write
Translation
to write, to compose
Examples
Please write your name on the paper.
Please write your name on the paper.
She writes for a local newspaper.
She writes for a local newspaper.
He wrote a song for his daughter.
He wrote a song for his daughter.
Grammar Patterns
((sth.)) to mark letters or symbols on a surface Please write your name on the paper.
((sth.)) ((to sb.)) to compose and send a letter to (sb.) I will write a letter to my grandmother.
((for sth.)) to work as an author She writes for a local newspaper.
((about sth.)) to compose a text on a particular subject He is writing a book about history.
Similar Words
Etymology
From Old English 'wrītan', meaning 'to score, outline'. The 'w' was originally pronounced.
Memory Tips
The 'wr' combination is common in words about twisting or distorting, like 'wring' or 'wrong'. Writing involves twisting a pen.