How to Pronounce "far be it"
expression
ˈfɑɹ/ /ˈbi/, /bi/ /ˈɪt/, /ɪt
FAR bee it
fˈɑː/ /bˈiː/ /ˈɪt
FAR bee it
Definition
'Far be it' is a formal way to say that you do not want to presume, criticize, or claim something, usually before giving advice or making a critical comment.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈfɑɹ/ /ˈbi/, /bi/ /ˈɪt/, /ɪt
British English
fˈɑː/ /bˈiː/ /ˈɪt
Simplified Pronunciation
US
FAR bee it
UK
FAR bee it
Listen in Context
Far be it from me to tell you what to do, but I think you should be careful.
Far be it from me to criticize, but the project isn’t finished yet.
Far be it from me to judge, but you could try harder.
Far be it from me to interfere, but have you talked to her about this?