bring
word
/ˈbɹɪŋ/
BRING
/bɹˈɪŋ/
BRING
Definition
To carry or cause someone or something to come to a place or person. Often used when moving something toward the speaker or a specific location.
Usage & Nuances
Commonly followed by objects, e.g., 'bring a gift.' Not used when moving something away from the speaker (use 'take' instead). Used in formal and informal contexts.
Spanish: traer - llevarPortuguese (BR): trazer - levarPortuguese (PT): trazer - levarChinese (Simplified): 带来 - 拿来Chinese (Traditional): 帶來 - 拿來Hindi: ले आना - लानाArabic: يُحضر - يَجلبBengali: আনাRussian: принести - привезтиJapanese: 持ってくるVietnamese: mang đến - đem đếnKorean: 가져오다Turkish: getirmekUrdu: لاناIndonesian: membawa
Example Sentences
He will bring his friend to the party.
basic
Can you bring me a glass of water?
basic
Can you bring your laptop tomorrow?
natural
Don’t forget to bring your ID for the meeting.
natural
She always brings good ideas to the table.
natural
Please bring your homework to class.
basic