How to Pronounce "give a go"
expression
GIV-uh-GOH
giv-uh-GOH
Definition
To try something, usually for the first time, to see if you like it or can do it. This expression is informal and friendly.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈɡɪv/ /ˈeɪ/, /ə/ /ˈɡoʊ
British English
ɡˈɪv/ /æɪ/ /ɡˈəʊ
Simplified Pronunciation
US
GIV-uh-GOH
UK
giv-uh-GOH
Listen in Context
I'll give a go at cooking tonight.
Why not give a go at learning guitar?
He wants to give a go to painting.
I've never done yoga, but I'm ready to give it a go.