How to Pronounce "borrow from"
expression
ˈbɑˌɹoʊ/ /ˈfɹəm
BAH-roh frum
bˈɒɹəʊ/ /fɹˈɒm
BOR-oh from
Definition
To take and use something that belongs to someone else, with the intention of returning it. Can also mean to take ideas or words from another source.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈbɑˌɹoʊ/ /ˈfɹəm
British English
bˈɒɹəʊ/ /fɹˈɒm
Simplified Pronunciation
US
BAH-roh frum
UK
BOR-oh from
Listen in Context
Can I borrow from your pencil case?
He often borrows from his brother when he needs money.
We can borrow from other cultures to improve our festival.
Sometimes, the best recipes are borrowed from grandma.