How to Pronounce "god forbid"
expression
ˈɡɑd/ /fɝˈbɪd/, /fɔˈbɪd
GAHD fer-BID, faw-BID
ɡˈɒd/ /fəbˈɪd
GOD fuh-BID
Definition
This expression is used to say you hope something bad does not happen. People say it when talking about an unwanted or scary situation.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈɡɑd/ /fɝˈbɪd/, /fɔˈbɪd
British English
ɡˈɒd/ /fəbˈɪd
Simplified Pronunciation
US
GAHD fer-BID, faw-BID
UK
GOD fuh-BID
Listen in Context
God forbid we ever have a war here.
He might lose his job, God forbid.
If, God forbid, something happens to you, call me.
I forgot my keys at home—God forbid something happens and I can’t get in later.