Italian Word · Beginner
prendere
to take / to get
Pronunciation: PREN-deh-reh
Meaning
To lay hold of, seize, or grasp; to acquire or obtain.
Example
Posso prendere un libro dalla libreria?
Can I take a book from the bookshelf?
Common mistakes & tips
- Practice prendere out loud — read the pronunciation guide above and repeat.
- Use it in your own sentence today; reuse beats rereading.
- Pay attention to context: this is a beginner-level Italian word.