Word
brought
US/ˈbɹɔt/
UK/bɹˈɔːt/
Definition
v. the past tense of 'bring'. You use it when you carried or moved something to the place where you are now.
v. the past tense and past participle of 'bring'. Refers to the action of carrying, conveying, or causing someone or something to come along with oneself to a place.
Examples
“She brought some snacks to the party.”
“The heavy rain brought a sudden end to our picnic in the park.”
“The witness brought several documents to the hearing to support her testimony, though the judge ultimately ruled that most of the evidence was inadmissible.”
Examples
simple
“She brought some snacks to the party.”
contextual
“The heavy rain brought a sudden end to our picnic in the park.”
complex
“The witness brought several documents to the hearing to support her testimony, though the judge ultimately ruled that most of the evidence was inadmissible.”
Usage
The past tense and past participle of 'bring'. It is a transitive verb requiring a direct object.
Pitfall
I have brung the books
I have brought the books
Learners sometimes use the non-standard form 'brung' instead of the correct irregular form 'brought'.
Real-World Examples
“A businessman also attended, and brought along a pile of gold.” - Exam level
- CambridgeCambridgeCambridge English QualificationsThe exam suite from Cambridge University Press & Assessment, from A1 Movers up to C2 Proficiency. The benchmark names double as CEFR labels.A1 MoversIELTSIELTSInternational English Language Testing SystemThe 0–9 band test co-owned by the British Council, IDP, and Cambridge. Used for university entry, work, and migration.2.0–3.0TOEFL iBTTOEFL iBTTest of English as a Foreign Language, Internet-Based TestETS's academic English test, the standard route for US university admissions. Scored 0–120, with a 1–6 scale since 2026.1–6 scale: 1.0–1.50–23TOEICTOEICTest of English for International CommunicationETS's workplace English test, big in Japan and Korea. Listening & Reading scores 10–990 and tops out at C1.120–224EikenEikenTest in Practical English ProficiencyThe English proficiency test from the Eiken Foundation of Japan, widely taken by Japanese students. Grades run from 5 to 1, with Pre-1 and Pre-2 between them.Grade 3
- Frequency
- Very common
- Level
- A1 · Beginner
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