forgive
word
/fɝˈɡɪv/, /fɔɹˈɡɪv/
fur-GIV
/fəɡˈɪv/
fuh-GIV
Definition
To stop being angry with someone for something wrong they have done and no longer wish to punish them; to let go of a grudge or blame.
Usage & Nuances
'Forgive' is usually used for personal relationships and emotional issues. Common phrases: 'forgive someone for something,' 'I can't forgive you.' 'Forgive and forget' means to completely move past an issue. Do not confuse with 'excuse', which is often about minor mistakes or formal language.
Spanish: perdonarPortuguese (BR): perdoarPortuguese (PT): perdoarChinese (Simplified): 原谅Chinese (Traditional): 原諒Hindi: माफ़ करनाArabic: يَغْفِرBengali: ক্ষমা করা - মার্জনা করাRussian: простить - прощатьJapanese: 許すVietnamese: tha thứKorean: 용서하다Turkish: affetmekUrdu: معاف کرنا - بخش دیناIndonesian: memaafkan
Example Sentences
Can you forgive me for being late?
basic
She decided to forgive her friend.
basic
It is not always easy to forgive.
basic
He apologized, but I just can't forgive him right now.
natural
Sometimes you have to forgive and move on.
natural
I know it's hard, but try to forgive yourself.
natural