Translation guide
To carry or take something along when going somewhere. In Japanese, this is often expressed with verbs like 持っていく (motte iku) or 連れていく (tsurete iku) depending on what is being brought.
To take a thing with you when going somewhere.
The most common way to say 'bring (an object) with you'. Literally 'hold and go'. Used for inanimate objects.
I'll bring an umbrella.
Don't forget to bring your lunch.
Means 'bring (an object) here'. Use when the movement is toward the speaker or current location.
Please bring the book tomorrow.
Formal or written term meaning 'to carry (on one's person)'. Often used for portable items like phones or documents.
Please always carry your ID with you.
To take someone (a person or pet) along with you.
The standard way to say 'bring (a person/animal) with you'. Implies leading or accompanying someone.
I'll bring the kids to the park.
I brought the dog for a walk.
Means 'bring (a person/animal) here'. Use when the movement is toward the speaker.
Can I bring my girlfriend to the party?
Formal term meaning 'to accompany' or 'to bring along (a person)'. Used in official contexts.
I will bring my secretary to the meeting.
To bring something or someone in a casual, inclusive sense.
持っていく (motte iku) means 'take/bring (away from speaker)', while 持ってくる (motte kuru) means 'bring (toward speaker)'. The choice depends on the direction of movement relative to the speaker's current or future location.
I'll bring an umbrella to the station. (speaker is not at the station now)
Bring an umbrella to the station. (speaker will be at the station)
持っていく is only for objects. For people or animals, use 連れていく (tsurete iku). Using 持っていく for a person sounds like you are carrying them as an object.