(おく)(もの)

おくりもの
noun
gift; present
1. gift, present
Something given to someone, especially for a special occasion.
I bought a birthday present.
これ友達(ともだち)から(おく)(もの)です。
This is a gift from a friend.
I had the gift nicely wrapped.
For Mother's Day gifts, I always choose flowers.
I received an unexpected gift and was very happy.

(おく)(もの) means 'gift' or 'present.'

Formation: (おく)る (to give as a gift) + (もの) (thing)

Similar words:

  • (おく)(もの) vs. プレゼント: プレゼント is more casual and modern; (おく)(もの) is more formal/traditional
  • (おく)(もの) vs. お土産(みやげ): お土産(みやげ) specifically refers to souvenirs brought back from trips

Common collocations:

  • (おく)(もの)をする: to give a gift
  • (おく)(もの)(えら)ぶ: to choose a gift

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