Lend vs. Borrow

The video tutorial explains the difference between 'lend' and 'borrow', two commonly confused English words. 'Lend' means to give something to someone temporarily, while 'borrow' means to take something temporarily. The tutorial provides examples and common expressions to help understand their usage. It also includes a practical conversation about borrowing items for a beach trip, encouraging viewers to practice by sharing their own stories.

What is the main difference between 'lend' and 'borrow'?

• Borrow means to keep something permanently.

• Lend means to take something temporarily.

• Borrow means to give something temporarily.

• Lend means to give something temporarily.

Which of the following sentences is grammatically correct?

• I lent from her my pen.

• I lent her my pen.

• I borrowed her my pen.

• I borrowed to her my pen.

Which expression is commonly used when asking to use someone's item?

• Could you lend from me your pen?

• Can I borrow your pen?

• Could you borrow me your pen?

• Can I lend you my pen?

In the context of borrowing items for a beach trip, which item was NOT mentioned?

• Sunglasses

• Towel

• Book

• Sunscreen

What does the speaker encourage viewers to do at the end of the video?

• Write an essay about lend and borrow.

• Practice using lend and borrow in sentences.

• Memorize the rules of lend and borrow.

• Share a story about lending or borrowing.