How to Pronounce "give the finger"
expression
GIV-thuh-FING-er
giv-THUH-FING-uh
Definition
A rude hand gesture where someone raises their middle finger to show anger, disrespect or insult.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈɡɪv/ /ˈðə/, /ðə/, /ði/ /ˈfɪŋɡɝ
British English
ɡˈɪv/ /ðə, ði/ /fˈɪŋɡɐ
Simplified Pronunciation
US
GIV-thuh-FING-er
UK
giv-THUH-FING-uh
Listen in Context
He gave the finger to the driver who cut him off.
Please don't give the finger in public.
She was upset and gave the finger during the argument.
I can't believe he just gave the finger to his boss.