Describe a gift that you gave to someone recently

Describe a gift that you gave to someone recently.

You should say:

• what the gift was
• whom you gave it to
• how you felt about it

and explain why you chose this gift for this person.

Sample Answer 1

Recently, my younger sister visited me from abroad, living with her husband. I hadn’t seen her in a long time, and she thought I wasn’t a good brother to her. So, to prove her wrong, I decided to buy her an expensive gift.

The expensive gift was a wristwatch from one of the most prestigious watchmaking companies in the world. Made in Switzerland, it was one of the most feminine, elegant, classy watches I have ever seen. It is a blued-steel watch (not just a blue color watch) with a unique bracelet and is waterproof.

Of course, it was a luxury watch all the way, but it was made with such master-class touch artwork that anybody would make the mistake of thinking of it as a fashion watch. Anyway, the case of this watch is round, and it has only an hour hand and a minute hand. Having a gorgeous and contrasting dial/face color, the watch would surely attract anybody’s admiration and attention with its metallic gold and bright bezel. Finally, it is a 24-jewel, natural ruby watch, and it has a beautiful golden color chain, perfectly harmonious with the color of the rest of the watch.  

After buying this precious gift for my sister, I felt great because I have searched for such a beautiful gift for a long time. In fact, I have visited at least 2 dozen shops before deciding to buy this very attractive-looking gift for the only sister I have.

Anyway, I chose this precious gift mainly because I wanted to show my little sister how much I really cared for her as a brother. Besides, I feel that the gift would perfectly match her overall style and fashion, no matter what occasion she used it. Finally, I also wanted to make my little sister happy. After all, I don’t think there would be any greater happiness for a brother than to see an expression of joy and happiness on his little sister’s face.

Sample Answer 2

The gift I gave to my younger sister recently is the one I would like to talk about. I gave her a cell phone recently. The cell phone model is Sony Experia Z, and it has Android Operating System. This water-resistant cell phone manufactured by Sony Mobile is a hot one in the market. The cell phone cost me around 40 K, and I had to save the money for the last 6-7 months to present her the gift.

I knew she had wished to buy a smartphone for a year but could not do so. I thought to buy her one on her next birthday and started saving the money. I saved almost 7-8 k each month, and I bought the phone just 3-4 days after her birthday.

I felt great after I gave the gift to my sister. That was an unexplainable pleasure, amusement, and satisfaction that I felt after I saw her bewildering face after she opened the gift. She was so happy that I felt like that was a perfect gift. I am sure I would not have felt the same pleasure as I felt giving her the gift of doing something else. She had been longing to own a smartphone, and after receiving it from me she hugged me.

As I already told you, from her conversation, I knew that she wished to own a smartphone so that she would be able to use the internet and take quality photographs. From that day, I promised myself that I would buy her one. And I wished to buy her a really good one. I could have bought her a phone for 10k, but I wanted to give her the best one I could accommodate.

Sample Answer 3

I recently gave a gift to my friend Juliet, my oldest friend. I have known her since I was four years old, as our parents are friends and we went to the same school. Our friendship has grown even more vital now that we are adults.

Juliet is one of the kindest, most vital, and most lovely people you wish to meet. She is also brilliant and great fun to be with. She is a successful actress, mother of two gorgeous girls, and a tower of strength in her extended family.

I gave her a piece of amethyst crystal with a hole cut in it for a small candle, which will light up the crystal when the candle is burning. Amethyst is a beautiful deep purple color and symbolizes creativity and clear thinking.

I bought the gift for Juliet’s birthday, even though I gave it to her much later than her birthday, as she was away at the time. It was a big birthday – in other words, a significant one so I wanted to get her something special to mark the occasion.

I chose that gift because I wanted to give her something unique which would last forever, like our friendship, and which will be a beautiful addition to her possessions. It will look good in the daylight when there is no candle burning in it and will catch the sun when it shines through the window. Then at night, if she lights a candle in it, the amethyst crystal will glow a deep purple color and cast colorful shadows on the wall. I hope it will also remind her that I will always be there for her if she needs me.

Sample Answer 4

Everyone loves to receive gifts on their birthdays and special occasions. Last month was my closest friend’s birthday, and I wanted to give him something handmade, so it made me contemplate until it finally hit me. I like to paint and doodle a lot in my respite and for my close ones like my family and friends. It was a set of two different bookmarks, a random doodle, a design, scented candles, a diffuser, a bouquet, and his favorite ‘paul and mike’ chocolate pack.

I gave the gifts to one of my closest friends, Kushagra. He is my childhood friend. He has been with me since we were five, and we have seen each other grow and evolve. We know each other’s preferences and personalities. He had always been a big fan of my artwork and demanded to draw a piece, but I’ve always said no just to tease him. So to astound him on his 21st birthday, I poured my heart into making my handmade gifts.

He is enamored of scented candles and likes that his room should be filled with redolence whenever he enters it. I tried to celebrate his birthday as perfectly as possible, and he loved it.

Vocabulary

• Ruminate

Meaning – think deeply about something.

Example – We sat ruminating on the nature of existence

• Flabbergast

Meaning – surprise (someone) greatly

Example – My sister living abroad flabbergasted my father on his birthday.

• Enamored

Meaning – be filled with love for.

Example – It is not difficult to see why Edward is enamored of her.

• Redolence

Meaning – an often pungent or agreeable odor.

Example – The faint redolence of cigar smoke hung on his clothes.

• Respite

Meaning – a short period of rest or relief

Example – The refugee encampments will provide some respite from the suffering.

Sample Answer 5

Up till now, I still remember my friend’s cheerful smile and heartfelt appreciation for me when I gave her a small gift on her 18th birthday 4 years ago. At that time, we had been good friends for nearly 8 years and went through many ups and downs in our life having each other. That year was a significant milestone for both of us, so I thought I would give her something different and unique on her birthday. My friend is a very down-to-earth person with a big heart and full of positive energy. She has many excellent personal qualities, which always make me envious. She is carefree but sensible, humble, and has genuine goodwill for everyone.

Her birthday was two days after our graduation ceremony – an event marking our maturity and becoming independent adults. I spent nearly a month thinking about what I should give her, and finally, a company advocating social responsibility with child-labor-free clothes caught my attention. After much thought, I ordered from that company a cotton graphic T-shirt with embroidered short sleeves for her. The garment was milky white, made of 100% cotton, and very comfy for everyday wear. The most impressive feature of the t-shirt was a printed slogan saying ‘’Heal the world’’ – a renowned single title by Michael Jackson. The item was the accessible size and loose fitting over the bust and through the waist, so my friend could make it an item for her daily wardrobe staple.

I reckon that when it comes to choosing a gift, the recipient’s preference and personality should be prioritized over other factors. My friend always showed her strong belief in equality and human rights with a passionate voice whenever we met. Also, she loves one-of-a-kind clothing items with exotic designs. Lucky for me, the t-shirt not only conveyed a meaningful message but was also pretty reasonably priced.

Four years have passed since the day I gave her that t-shirt, and she still kept it in her wardrobe.

Sample Answer 6

Choosing a gift for someone is usually challenging because you want to ensure that the person who receives it will like it. For that reason, I always spend a lot of time picking gifts for my relatives and friends. Today, I will share with you the time I had to choose a gift for my little sister’s birthday.

It was her 5th birthday, and I wanted to give her something memorable and unique. I decided to go to a “Build-a-bear workshop” to buy her a stuffed bear. At this shop, you spend time picking materials to build your furry friend, from the cotton inside to the clothes outside. You also got to give this teddy bear a heart and a voice recorder so that it would say whatever you recorded before when you squeezed it. After building the stuffed toy, the store would give him or her a birth certificate with a name and birthday.

My little sister was so happy when she received the bear. Well, kids always love a furry friend anyway. However, what was extraordinary was that as she grew up, she understood how much love I had put into the bear when building it for her at the store, so she came to appreciate the gift even more.

Vocabulary:

– pick: [verb] to choose something from a group of things.

Example: The man picked a blue tie from the collection in the shop.

– memorable: [adjective] something special, good or unusual and therefore easy to remember.

Example: I will never forget my memorable holiday in Japan.

– workshop: [noun] a place where you can do a practical activity to create something.

Example: As a student, I attended drama workshops because I had always loved acting.

– stuffed bear: [noun] a toy in the shape of a bear, filled with cloth and made of some soft material.

Example: When I was a child, I had a stuffed bear which I used to keep in my bedroom.

– furry: [adjective] covered with fur – a soft thick mass of hair that grows on the body of some animals.

Example: People love pandas because they are so furry, with thick black and white fur all over their bodies.

– get to (+ infinitive): [phrasal verb] to be allowed to do something.

Example: When we visited the football stadium, we got to meet some of the famous players.

– teddy bear: [noun] this is just another name for a stuffed toy bear.

– squeeze: [verb] to press something firmly, especially with your fingers.

Example: Every time you clean your teeth, you squeeze the tube of toothpaste.

– appreciate: [verb] to recognize the good qualities in something or somebody.

Example: At school, I appreciated the help that I received from my teachers.

Sample Answer 7

Well, to be honest, I’m not someone who has excellent taste in choosing gifts for others, but when I do, I will put all my effort into it. And the gift that I gave my mom on her 50th birthday was the one that cost me time and money, but as long as she was happy, then everything was worth trying.

If my memory serves me right, 5 years ago, I had a chance to go to the US on a business trip, and coincidentally my mom’s birthday was just 1 week later. I decided to buy her something from this fancy country as a souvenir at that juncture. Luckily, I got a friend residing in Washington, and he escorted me to some malls for an impeccable gift for her.

At first, I got confused since a wide variety of flashy things may attract any woman looking at, and undoubtedly they would buy them off at all costs. However, I had to live on a tight budget, so purchasing a pricey one was not a wise choice, so my friend suggested I buy a watch. It was a brilliant idea, and we rushed to the store at once.

After browsing through all sorts of female watches, I became discombobulated; hence, consulting the shopkeeper was my last resort. I should have asked her earlier since she got me the right watch in just a few seconds. Then I asked her to wrap that for me, and I attached some notes.

Going back to Vietnam, I dashed home immediately and gave it to her. She was so surprised and failed to stop tears from falling from her eyes. I was also touched and said, “Happy Birthday, mom.”

That was a precious moment in my life and I am always willing to give her anything that would make her smile.

Sample Answer 8

Giving and receiving gifts have been an essential part of human interaction since the existence of mankind. While selecting a present for someone can be a challenge, it is also enjoyable. When it comes to me, I love giving handmade or customized gifts that have a particular significance attached to them. Recently, I bought a personalized stationery set for my younger sister.

The occasion was my younger sister’s 18^th birthday, and I was highly puzzled about what to gift her. As she was stepping into adulthood, I wanted the present to be meaningful and beneficial for her at the same time. I searched local markets and online shopping portals but couldn’t decide for myself. Then my mother suggested I buy something she could take when she leaves for her University.

I happened to come across stationery set at a local store that seemed quite expensive for the price. The store manager advised me to get the person’s name engraved on the gift to give it a more personalized touch. It was an excellent idea, but the only problem was I had to wait too long for the customized one.

I told my sister to be patient with the gift as it was special. At last, when the gift arrived, she couldn’t hold to her excitement and told me it was the one which will always hold a special place in her life. As my sister is a vast stationery hoarder, I thought it would be a perfect present for her. However, it took me longer than expected to find a suitable gift for her.

In conclusion, the best gift I ever gave someone was the stationary set I gave to my sister. She found it very useful and still cherishes the memory of it.

Sample Answer 9

My brother and I have been very close since childhood, and we have many common interests. One of our shared passion was of traveling. We loved exploring new places within India and had been to many states in India. We are from Uttarakhand, and we were born and raised there.

Through school and our parents’ encouragement, we cultivated an interest in traveling to different states and cities within India. We would often visit our distant relatives and were astounded at the hospitality and grace they received us. Although we had been to many places, we had never been to Goa. It’s a state on the western edge of the country and was once a colony of Portugal and was taken into the Indian fold in 1961. Because we did not have relatives or friends in that state, our parents never let us go there.

In 2017, I turned 21, and my younger brother turned 18. I decided to surprise him by taking him on a trip to Goa for his birthday. As an adult, I could drive, book a hotel, and hold a bank account on my own. Our sense of adventure grew with age, and when I told him about the trip, he was ecstatic. We flew to Goa for two weeks and explored the rich heritage of the state and the natural wonders it had. And certainly enjoyed the different cuisine which was on offer there.

During our trip, we stayed at a local resort with excellent room service, an outdoor pool, and tiny scooters. The scooters were convenient for local transportation. We spent a day walking the streets of Panaji and exploring the historical buildings and architecture of the city. Most of the monuments were churches, and we had a wonderful time learning about their history. Since Goa attracts many international tourists, we met many people, especially from Russia.

The trip strengthened the bond between both of us. And my brother was incredibly grateful that I had picked the tab for the trip. We both savored the trip, our experiences, and our interactions with people from different cultures and countries. 

In conclusion, the best gift I have ever given to someone was a surprise trip to Goa for my younger brother on his birthday. We had a unique and memorable experience, and we cherish those memories. 

Sample Answer 10

Giving presents to family and friends is a way of showing affection. I often receive gifts on significant occasions and also give them, usually on birthdays and anniversaries. I have received some precious gifts, and I believe I have been given some good ones. I would like to talk about one gift I will soon give to my best friend, Kaira.

Kaira and I have been friends since childhood. We went to the same school and college and spent our entire childhood together gleefully. She had given me many presents for when we graduated and when I got my first job, to state a few occasions. I have also given her some, but a piano is the one thing I wanted to gift her as she was very fascinated with it.

When we went out a year ago to look at some art pieces and musical instruments, she instantly fell in love with a piano. I decided immediately to gift a piano to her on the occasion of her birthday. At the time, it was too expensive, but now, I have finally saved enough to gift it to her. She has always found things that I liked once and astonished me with them. I think it’s my turn now to give her a grand surprise.

One of those gifts makes a person feel flabbergasted and extremely happy. I have arranged to get it to her personally on her birthday this year. I cannot wait to present it to her finally; I am sure she will love it.