English–French

“give back” in French

French

Pronunciation

IPA/ʁədone/

Example

Peux-tu me redonner mon stylo ?

Can you give me back my pen?

Illustration for redonner (give back)

How to say “give back” in French

“Give back” in French is redonner.

A hand gives something to a person or group once more, either returning it or restoring a needed condition.

Full entry for redonner: usage tips, similar words and word origin

Example sentences with redonner

Cette chanson peut redonner de l'énergie.

This song can restore energy.

Tips for using redonner

  • Redonner also takes abstract objects without an article in expressions such as redonner confiance, redonner courage, and redonner espoir.

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