Give up Meaning in English
expression
ˈɡɪv/ /ˈəp
GIV-up
ɡˈɪv/ /ˈʌp
giv-UP
Definition
To stop trying to do something because it is too hard or because you do not want to continue. It can also mean to surrender or let go of something.
Usage & Nuances
Informal and widely used for quitting tasks, hopes, or habits. Commonly follows 'never': 'Never give up!' Can also mean surrender ('give yourself up' to police). Do not confuse with 'give in' (to yield or agree).
Spanish: rendirse - dejar de intentar - abandonarPortuguese (BR): desistir - abrir mão - desistir dePortuguese (PT): desistir - abdicar - largarChinese (Simplified): 放弃 - 不再努力Chinese (Traditional): 放棄 - 不再努力Hindi: हार मानना - छोड़ देनाArabic: يستسلم - يتوقف عن المحاولةBengali: হার মানা - ছেড়ে দেওয়াRussian: сдаваться - бросать (что-либо)Japanese: 諦めるVietnamese: bỏ cuộc - từ bỏKorean: 포기하다Turkish: pes etmek - vazgeçmekUrdu: ہمت ہارنا - چھوڑ دیناIndonesian: menyerah - berhenti
Example Sentences
I won't give up on my dream.
basic
He decided to give up smoking.
basic
Don't give up! You can do it.
basic
After several tries, she finally gave up and asked for help.
natural
Sometimes it's smart to give up and try a new approach.
natural
He refused to give up, even when things got tough.
natural