How to Pronounce "forgives"
word
/fɝˈɡɪvz/, /fɔɹˈɡɪvz/
fer-GIVZ or for-GIVZ
/fəɡˈɪvz/
fuh-GIVZ
Definition
To stop feeling angry toward someone for something they did wrong; to pardon someone for a mistake or hurt.
IPA Transcription
American English
/fɝˈɡɪvz/, /fɔɹˈɡɪvz/
British English
/fəɡˈɪvz/
Simplified Pronunciation
US
fer-GIVZ or for-GIVZ
UK
fuh-GIVZ
Listen in Context
He always forgives his friends when they make mistakes.
She forgives her brother for breaking her toy.
God forgives those who are truly sorry.
She never forgives someone who lies to her.