How to Pronounce "forgive"
word
/fɝˈɡɪv/, /fɔɹˈɡɪv/
fur-GIV
/fəɡˈɪv/
fuh-GIV
Definition
To stop being angry with someone for something wrong they have done and no longer wish to punish them; to let go of a grudge or blame.
IPA Transcription
American English
/fɝˈɡɪv/, /fɔɹˈɡɪv/
British English
/fəɡˈɪv/
Simplified Pronunciation
US
fur-GIV
UK
fuh-GIV
Listen in Context
Can you forgive me for being late?
She decided to forgive her friend.
It is not always easy to forgive.
He apologized, but I just can't forgive him right now.