bring
verb
to carry toward here
“Bring your notes to my office.”
Grammar choices
bring vs take
Bring means movement toward the speaker (here); take means movement away (there).
take
verb
to carry toward there
“Take an umbrella when you leave.”
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Questions about bring vs take
What is the difference between bring and take?
Bring means movement toward the speaker (here); take means movement away (there).
How do I remember bring vs take?
Bring it here; take it there.
Are there exceptions?
The viewpoint can shift to the listener: "I'll bring wine to your party" is standard because the party is the reference point.
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