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Gift Meaning, Examples, and Usage Guide (2 meaning)

Meaning 1：something given (gift)

gift 🔊

/ɡɪft/

Something given to someone, like for a birthday or holiday.

Gift as a present wrapped with ribbon on table

something given 🔊

➕

/ˈsʌmθɪŋ ˈɡɪvən/

An item given voluntarily to someone without expectation of payment, often to celebrate an occasion or show appreciation.

📁 Category：Objects & Materials 🔖 Level：Beginner

📘 Details & Usage

📖 Root Explanation

From Old English 'gift', related to 'give'.

💡 Mnemonic

Think of a gift as something you give with delight.

📖 Example

Her best friend wrapped the birthday gift in shiny blue paper. 🔊 Her best friend wrapped the birthday gift in shiny blue paper.

🔗 Collocations

birthday gift – A gift given on a birthday

gift wrap – The paper or material used to cover a gift

gift card – A prepaid card given as a gift

🔄 Synonyms

present (n.) – Something given as a gift, especially on a special occasion

donation (n.) – Something given to a charity or cause

offering (n.) – Something given in a religious or ceremonial context

🌱 Derivatives

gifted (adj.) – Having natural talent or ability

gift-giving (n.) – The act of presenting gifts

📖 Cultural Story

Originated from Old English 'gift', meaning 'something given'. The word is ancient and reflects the universal custom of giving.

Meaning 2：natural talent (gift)

gift 🔊

/ɡɪft/

A natural ability to do something very well.

natural talent 🔊

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/ˈnætʃərəl ˈtælənt/

A natural aptitude or talent that someone possesses, often enabling them to excel in a particular area without extensive training.

📁 Category：Physical & Mental Health 🔖 Level：Intermediate

📘 Details & Usage

📖 Example

She has a real gift for playing the piano, even though she started learning only a year ago. 🔊 She has a real gift for playing the piano, even though she started learning only a year ago.

🔗 Collocations

gift for music – Natural talent in musical activities

have a gift for – To possess a natural ability in a particular area

natural gift – An innate talent that comes easily

🔄 Synonyms

talent (n.) – Natural aptitude or skill in a particular area

knack (n.) – An acquired or natural skill for doing something

blessing (n.) – A beneficial thing for which one is grateful; sometimes used to describe a talent

🚫 Antonyms

ineptitude (n.) – Lack of skill or ability

incapacity (n.) – Inability to perform a certain function

🌱 Derivatives

gifted (adj.) – Having exceptional talent or natural ability

giftedness (n.) – The state of having natural talent