Topic N4

N4Grammar

Lesson 41: The manager gave me a gift

Learn about giving and receiving gifts and actions using respectful and humble forms (Sashiagemasu, Kudasaimasu, Itadakimasu).

Meaning

To give (to a superior) / To give (to an inferior, plant, or animal)

✏️ Structure

- [Tôi] は [Người trên] に N を さしあげます - [Tôi] は [Người dưới/Động thực vật] に N を やります

💡 Usage

  • Sashiagemasu: The humble form of 'Agemasu', used when giving to a respected person or superior.

  • Yarimasu: Used when giving to an inferior, pets, or plants.

📚 Examples

わたし先生せんせいにプレゼントをさしあげました。

Watashi wa sensei ni purezento o sashiagemashita.

I gave a present to the teacher.

わたし社長しゃちょうにお土産みやげをさしあげました。

Watashi wa shachou ni omiyage o sashiagemashita.

I gave a souvenir to the president.

わたし息子むすこほんをやりました。

Watashi wa musuko ni hon o yarimashita.

I gave a book to my son.

わたしはなみずをやりました。

Watashi wa hana ni mizu o yarimashita.

I watered the flowers.

わたしいぬにえさをやります。

Watashi wa inu ni esa o yarimasu.

I feed the dog.

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