- “Take” is used when someone moves something away from the speaker's location (to carry away).
- “Bring” is used when someone moves something toward the speaker's location (to convey here).
- The choice depends on the direction of movement relative to the speaker's perspective.
Take
- Move something from here to there.
- The subject causes the object to leave the current location.
- Common in instructions or requests about leaving.
Bring
- Move something from there to here.
- The subject causes the object to arrive at the speaker’s location.
- Common when inviting someone to deliver or share something with you.
Example Sentences
| Take (move away) | Bring (move toward) |
|---|---|
| Please take your dishes out. | Please bring your homework here. |
| She takes the book to school. | She brings the book to me. |
| They take the trash away. | They bring the trash inside. |
Take
away from the speaker
'Bring' is used when something is moved toward the speaker.
'Bring' suggests movement toward the speaker.
Summary
- Take = move away (to carry away).
- Bring = move toward (the speaker) (to convey here).
- Direction relative to speaker is key to choosing the correct verb.