Hindi · Common Verbs
देना
dena
To give
Beginnerverb
Definition
To hand something to someone.
Example
मुझे वह किताब दे दो।
Give me that book.
Etymology
'देना' (dena) is derived from the Sanskrit root 'दाति' (dāti), which means 'to give.' This reflects a significant aspect of generosity and exchange in human relations.
How & Where It’s Used
'देना' is routinely used in informal contexts in conversations about giving, and is common in both spoken and written language.