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return
/rɪˈtɝːn/
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- past
- returned
- third person
- returns
- past participle
- returned
- present participle
- returning
1 · verb
To give an item back to the person or place it came from.
把拿来或借来的东西归还给原来的持有人或地方。
This unit covers giving an item back. Use return something to someone; back is usually unnecessary.
I will return your notebook tomorrow.
English pronunciation · Device-generated pronunciation (depends on browser and system voices)
Your current device will speak after you click; voices can differ by device.
我明天会把笔记本还给你。
Share this public expressionMandarin pronunciation · Device-generated pronunciation (depends on browser and system voices)
Your current device will speak after you click; voices can differ by device.
Please return the key to the front desk.
English pronunciation · Device-generated pronunciation (depends on browser and system voices)
Your current device will speak after you click; voices can differ by device.
请把钥匙交还前台。
Share this public expressionMandarin pronunciation · Device-generated pronunciation (depends on browser and system voices)
Your current device will speak after you click; voices can differ by device.
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