Give me five Meaning in English
expression
ˈɡɪv/ /ˈmi/ /ˈfaɪv
GIV-mee-FYV
ɡˈɪv/ /mˈiː/ /fˈaɪv
giv-MEE-FYV
Definition
A friendly gesture where two people slap their open hands together, usually to celebrate, congratulate, or show agreement.
Usage & Nuances
Very informal, commonly used among friends, kids, or teammates. Often accompanied by a physical 'high five.' Alternatives: 'high five!' (noun or exclamation). Not appropriate in formal situations.
Spanish: choca esos cincoPortuguese (BR): toca aquiPortuguese (PT): dá-me cincoChinese (Simplified): 击掌Chinese (Traditional): 擊掌Hindi: हाई-फाइव देनाArabic: صفّق لي بالكفBengali: ফাইভ দাও - হাত মেলাও (উৎসাহিত করতে)Russian: дай пятьJapanese: ハイタッチしようVietnamese: đập tayKorean: 하이파이브 하자 - 손바닥 마주치기Turkish: çak bir beşlikUrdu: ہائی فائیو دوIndonesian: tos kelima - tos
Example Sentences
Give me five for finishing your homework!
basic
We won the game! Give me five!
basic
If you know the answer, give me five.
basic
You did awesome on that test—give me five!
natural
Nice catch! Come here and give me five.
natural
That was such a cool trick—give me five!
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