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i was given a perfume vs i got a perfume

Both phrases are correct and commonly used in English. They can be used interchangeably to express the idea of receiving a perfume as a gift or in any other context. The choice between 'was given' and 'got' depends on personal preference or the desired tone of the sentence.

Last updated: March 21, 2024

i was given a perfume

This phrase is correct and commonly used in English to express receiving a perfume as a gift or in any other context.

This phrase is used to indicate that someone received a perfume from someone else. It is a passive construction that emphasizes the action of giving.

Examples:

  • I was given a perfume by my friend.
  • She was given a perfume for her birthday.
  • I tried to go elsewhere, since my poor DH is not a fan, but the truth is, this is my niche and has been since I was given a perfume personality ...
  • 26 items ... This summer, I was given a perfume sampler of three Library of Flowers scents by my friend. A group of friends all gathered in Maui for her wedding. Yes ...
  • I was actually glad that I was given a perfume less suffocating as I felt a little overdosed on scents then. And people's reactions were fantastic :) My friends ...
  • Oct 23, 2014 ... One year, I was given a perfume, Eternity. I was not familiar with the scent, and my son explained that it was his girlfriend's favorite fragrance ...

Alternatives:

  • I received a perfume.
  • Someone gave me a perfume.
  • A perfume was gifted to me.
  • I was presented with a perfume.
  • I got a perfume as a gift.

i got a perfume

This phrase is correct and commonly used in English to express receiving a perfume as a gift or in any other context.

This phrase is more casual and direct compared to 'was given a perfume'. It is commonly used in everyday conversations to indicate receiving something.

Examples:

  • I got a perfume for Christmas.
  • Where did you get that perfume?
  • Oct 7, 2014 ... I got a perfume idea.... Call it "Rack" And make it smell like ribs. "What are you wearing?" "Oh it's just my Rack.". Read more. Show less. Reply
  • I got a perfume sample shopping in the mall and loved this scent! Highly recommend if you like a sweet flowery smell. Plus the design of the bottle is really pretty.
  • I got a perfume vial sampler and got to choose 1 full size from the samples and out of the 10 i chose this. It's super expensive! Got a purse sized now :) this scent  ...
  • Apr 2, 2016 ... I got a perfume for my husband and for myself and for a friend. I bought several of their perfumes so far but I liked best Brindille. You can buy an ...

Alternatives:

  • I received a perfume.
  • Someone gave me a perfume.
  • A perfume was gifted to me.
  • I was presented with a perfume.
  • I was given a perfume.

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