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receive a gift
/rɪˈsiːv ə ɡɪft/
get a present
She was delighted to receive a gift on her birthday.
She was happy to get a present on her birthday.
general
To be given a present or something valuable without expecting it in return
The company employees received a gift for their hard work.
The employees were given a present for their hard work.
He received a gift from his secret admirer.
He got a present from his secret admirer.
This phrase is commonly used in both formal and informal contexts, especially during celebrations like birthdays, holidays, or as a token of appreciation.
Collocations
receive a giftget a presentreceive a surprise giftget an unexpected presentreceive a thoughtful giftget a considerate present
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Common Contexts
This phrase is frequently used during celebrations, special occasions, or as a gesture of kindness.
Gold Rule
Politeness
When receiving a gift, it is polite to express gratitude, such as saying 'thank you' or showing appreciation.
Word Origin
The verb 'receive' comes from Old French 'receivre' (12th century), from Latin 'recipere' (to take back, receive). The word 'gift' comes from Old English 'gift' (12th century), from Proto-Germanic 'giftiz' (gift, donation).
Usage Notes
This phrase is often used in contexts where someone is given something without an obligation to return it, such as during holidays, birthdays, or as a token of appreciation.
Word Breakdown
receive
to take or be given something
verba
indefinite article
articlegift
a present given voluntarily without payment
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