Russian · Verbs & Actions
Брать
brat
To take
Beginnerverb
Definition
To reach out and hold something.
Example
Возьми зонтик, на улице дождь.
Take an umbrella, it is raining outside.
Etymology
The verb 'брать' (brat) originates from the Proto-Slavic '*brati', which means to take or to grasp. It highlights the action of acquisition that has essential social implications.
How & Where It’s Used
'Брать' is often used in both informal and formal settings, relevant in spoken and written forms, often discussing actions related to acquiring or obtaining.