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送给 — pronunciations, definitions, and tags
HanziPinyinEnglishTags
送给sònggěito sendHSK 2, unknown, 18 strokes, rank #2332, Easy
送给sònggěito give as a presentHSK 2, unknown, 18 strokes, rank #2332, Easy
sònggěi(song4gei3)song gei T4
  1. 1to send
  2. 2to give as a present
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March 24, 2026

送给(送給)sònggěi(song4gei3)

送给 (sòng gěi) means 'to send' or 'to give (as a present).' It is commonly used when giving gifts or sending something to someone, emphasizing the act of transferring an item or gesture to another person. This phrase is often employed in both formal and informal contexts, making it versatile in conversation.

Strokes18Frequency#2332DifficultyEasy
Cultural Note

Gift-giving is an important part of Chinese culture, especially during festivals like the Spring Festival or weddings. Using 送给 appropriately can enhance your social interactions and show respect and thoughtfulness.

Memory Tip

Imagine a friend named 'Song' who always gives you gifts. When you think of 送给, picture Song joyfully sending presents, and you can remember that the phrase means 'to send' or 'to give as a present.' The character 送 (sòng) looks like a person carrying a gift, reinforcing the idea of giving.

Meanings of 送给

sònggěi(song4gei3)
1to send
2to give as a present
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About 送给

送给Simplified
送給Traditional
18Strokes
—Radical
#—Frequency Rank
HSK 3.0L2ElementaryTOCFLL2HSKKL1CEFRA1

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Quick Contrast

赠送 (zèngsòng) vs 送 (sòng) — use 送给 when emphasizing the recipient in a personal gift context, while 赠送 is more formal and often used for donations or formal gifts.

Usage Notes

A common mistake is to use 送给 in contexts that imply simple transactions, such as selling. Instead, use it for gifts or favors. It's generally informal, but can be used in polite contexts as well. Be mindful of the tones; mispronouncing either character can change meanings.

HSK Study Tips

While not specifically listed in HSK levels, 送给 is useful for learners at HSK 2 or 3, as it introduces the concept of giving and receiving, which is fundamental in everyday interactions. Focus on practicing it in sentences about gifts or favors to reinforce its usage.

Common Mistakes

Learners often confuse 送给 with just 给 (gěi), which means 'to give' without the implication of sending or presenting. For example, saying '我给你一个礼物' is correct but less specific than '我送给你一个礼物.'

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Component Characters

送sòngto deliver
HSK 29 strokes辶
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给gěito supply
HSK 19 strokes纟
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How to say to send in Chinese

“to send” in Chinese is送给sònggěi

送给 (sòng gěi) means 'to send' or 'to give (as a present).' It is commonly used when giving gifts or sending something to someone, emphasizing the act of transferring an item or gesture to another person. This phrase is often employed in both formal and informal contexts, making it versatile in conversation.

When to use 送给

A common mistake is to use 送给 in contexts that imply simple transactions, such as selling. Instead, use it for gifts or favors. It's generally informal, but can be used in polite contexts as well. Be mindful of the tones; mispronouncing either character can change meanings.

送给 or something close to it

赠送 (zèngsòng) vs 送 (sòng) — use 送给 when emphasizing the recipient in a personal gift context, while 赠送 is more formal and often used for donations or formal gifts.

What learners get wrong

Learners often confuse 送给 with just 给 (gěi), which means 'to give' without the implication of sending or presenting. For example, saying '我给你一个礼物' is correct but less specific than '我送给你一个礼物.'

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Frequently Asked Questions about 送给

Generally, 送给 is used for physical gifts rather than money, which might be better expressed with other phrases, like 给 (gěi) alone.

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