write
Translation
to write
Examples
Please write your name here.
Please write your name here.
She writes for a magazine.
She writes for a magazine.
He wrote a letter to his friend.
He wrote a letter to his friend.
Grammar Patterns
((sth.)) to mark letters or symbols on a surface Please write your name.
((sth.)) ((to sb.)) to write and send a letter to someone She wrote a letter to him.
((about sth.)) to compose a text about a subject He writes about his travels.
Similar Words
Synonyms: compose, draft, pen, inscribe
Etymology
From Old English 'wrītan', meaning 'to score, outline, draw the figure of'.
Memory Tips
Remember the silent 'w' at the beginning, just like in 'wrist'. You use your wrist to write.