🇬🇧🇪🇸 borrow - pedir prestado : English Lesson
verb
Meaning of "borrow" ("pedir prestado"), detailed definition, and a short video lesson below.
When you borrow something, you take it from someone with permission, use it for a while, and then return it. It’s like a temporary trade, but sometimes people forget the “return it” part!
Mom says I can borrow her pen, but somehow I now own 12 of them.
Can I borrow your brain for the math test? Mine just quit.
I borrowed my sister’s hoodie, and by “borrow,” I mean “it’s mine now.”
I borrowed a book from the library. Now I just have to remember where I put it.
My best friend borrowed my bike… and returned it with an extra scratch for decoration.
A boy asks to borrow a red ball. "Can I borrow it?" he asks. "Yes, you can borrow it for now," says a girl. He says, "I will not borrow it long," and runs to play. He asks to borrow a cup of water. After play he gives the ball back and smiles. "Thank you," says the girl.
🧑🎓 CEFR Level: A2 Elementary
This word is at the A2 level, which means it’s useful for simple, everyday situations. You might use it when shopping, traveling, or talking about your hobbies. Words at this level help you build confidence in practical, routine conversations.
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