What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
gift
Example
She gave me a gift for my graduation. [gift: noun]
Example
He gifted her a beautiful necklace for their anniversary. [gifted: verb]
present
Example
I bought her a present for her birthday. [present: noun]
Example
He presents his wife with flowers every week. [presents: verb]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Present is more commonly used than gift in everyday language, especially in British English.
What’s the difference in the tone of formality between gift and present?
Present can be considered more formal than gift, but both words can be used in formal and informal contexts.
