How to Pronounce "vouchsafe"
word
[ˌvʌʊtʃˈseɪf]
vowch-SAYF
vˈaʊtʃseɪf
vowch-SAYF
Definition
To grant or give something to someone in a way that shows you are acting graciously, often implying formality, condescension, or that you are doing someone a favor.
IPA Transcription
American English
[ˌvʌʊtʃˈseɪf]
British English
vˈaʊtʃseɪf
Simplified Pronunciation
US
vowch-SAYF
UK
vowch-SAYF
Listen in Context
The king vouchsafed the prisoner his freedom.
She would not vouchsafe me a single word.
Will you vouchsafe us an answer?
He finally vouchsafed me a glance, as if I barely existed.