Offered
ˈɒfərd
Definitions
2 meaningsTo present something for someone to accept or reject, or to volunteer to do something.
ˈɒfərd
To present or proffer something for acceptance or rejection.
The shop offered a discount on all products.
💡 Simply: Imagine you're at a party and someone offers you a piece of cake. You can say yes, or no! Offering means putting something on the table for someone else to consider.
👶 For kids: To give something to someone or ask if they want it.
More Examples
He offered her a ride home after the concert.
I offered my apologies for the misunderstanding.
The chef offered a special dish for the guests.
How It's Used
"The company offered him a promotion."
"She offered her help to the elderly woman."
To express or present (a feeling, a thought, or a prayer).
ˈɒfərd
To express (a feeling, a thought, or a prayer) to someone or to God.
She offered a sincere apology.
💡 Simply: Think of offering a thank-you note to a friend. You are giving them your feelings through the note.
👶 For kids: To say a prayer or tell someone how you feel.
More Examples
The priest offered a blessing to the congregation.
He offered a counter-argument to her point.
They offered their condolences to the bereaved family.
How It's Used
"They offered prayers for his recovery."
"She offered a silent plea to the heavens."
Idioms & expressions
offer a hand
To provide assistance.
"He offered a hand to help her carry the groceries."
offer up
To present something for consideration or use.
"He offered up his home for the meeting."
From Old English *offrian*, from Latin *offerre* ('to offer, present'), from *ob-* ('toward, against') + *ferre* ('to carry, bear').
The word 'offer' has been used since the Old English period, with its core meaning of presenting something.
Memory tip
Think of offering someone a gift - you're giving them the option to take it or not.
Word Origin
"to offer, present"