Finnish · Common Verbs
Antaa
To give
Beginnerverb
Definition
To hand something to someone.
Example
Anna minulle se kirja, kiitos.
Give me that book, please.
Etymology
'Antaa' comes from the Proto-Finnic root *antaa, meaning 'to give'. It has been a part of the Finnish lexicon with a stable meaning since its origins.
How & Where It’s Used
'Antaa' is used in both formal and informal contexts, appearing commonly in everyday conversation, writings, and official documents.