How to Pronounce "gives"
word
/ˈɡɪvz/
givz
/ɡˈɪvz/
givz
Definition
'Gives' is the third-person singular present tense of 'give'. It means to hand something to someone, to offer something, or to provide.
IPA Transcription
American English
/ˈɡɪvz/
British English
/ɡˈɪvz/
Simplified Pronunciation
US
givz
UK
givz
Listen in Context
She gives me a book every birthday.
He gives his dog a treat after dinner.
The teacher gives homework every day.
This medicine gives fast relief from headaches.