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27 January
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How do you say this in English (US)?
“What shall I get Ann for her birthday?”
How do you say this in English (US)?
“What shall I get Ann for her birthday?”
“What shall I get Ann for her birthday?”
Why this sentence use ‘get’ instead of ‘give’?
Could you guys please give me more examples?
Thanks😘
Could you guys please give me more examples?
Thanks😘
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- French (France)
What should I get Ann for her birthday? = What should I buy Ann for her birthday?
- English (US)
Using “get” could mean that you still have to go shopping to find a gift. In that sentence either would be good. Some more examples of “get” are, “I need to get more fruit at the store” or “I always get coffee in the morning”
- English (US)
- Filipino Near fluent
your sentence is correct if you are in a cake store and choosing between 4 cakes on what you should buy.
- English (US)
“To get” Anne a birthday present refers more to buying the present before giving it to her.
For example, suppose Anne’s birthday is next week. You go shopping with a friend today. It is normal to say “What shall I get Anne for her birthday?”
The difference is clearer in the past tense. You return from the store and your mother asks “What did you get Anne for her birthday?” Which means “What did you buy for Anne?”
After you give Anne her present, you mother can ask “What did you give Anne for her birthday?”
I hope this helps.
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- English (US) Near fluent
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Thank you guys. The replies are really clear for me. You guys are so kind and hope you have a nice day☀️
- French (France)
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