Lend vs. Borrow: Understanding Usage

In this video, Lucy explains the difference between the verbs 'lend' and 'borrow', which often confuse students due to their similar meanings. She provides definitions, verb forms, and memory tricks to help learners use these verbs correctly. Practical examples with characters John and Katie illustrate the correct usage. A quiz is included to test understanding, and Lucy concludes with information on her live pronunciation lessons and social media connections.

What is the main topic of the lesson?

• Advanced grammar rules

• Common English idioms

• The history of English verbs

• The difference between lend and borrow

What does 'lend' mean?

• To sell something

• To keep something permanently

• To receive something temporarily

• To give something temporarily

What does 'borrow' mean?

• To receive something temporarily

• To buy something

• To give something temporarily

• To keep something permanently

Which verb is regular?

• Neither

• Lend

• Borrow

• Both

Which verb is irregular?

• Borrow

• Neither

• Lend

• Both

How can you remember the difference between 'lend' and 'borrow'?

• By their syllables

• By their meanings

• By their usage

• By their origins

In the example with John and Katie, what does John ask Katie?

• To lend him £10

• To give him £10 permanently

• To borrow £10 from him

• To sell him £10

What mistake does John make in the example?

• He asks to borrow Katie

• He asks to lend from Katie

• He asks to lend Katie

• He asks to borrow from Katie

What is the correct response from Katie if she agrees to John's request?

• Yes, I can borrow you £10

• Yes, you can lend £10

• Yes, you can borrow me £10

• Yes, I can lend you £10

In the quiz, what is the correct verb to complete: 'Could you ___ me your Ferrari?'

• Borrow

• Lend

• Give

• Receive