How to Pronounce "give a good account of"
expression
GIV uh GUUD uh-KOWNT uhv
giv uh GUUD uh-KOWNT ov
Definition
To perform well, impress others, or show skill in a situation such as a competition, test, or challenge.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈɡɪv/ /ˈeɪ/, /ə/ /ˈɡʊd/, /ɡɪd/ /əˈkaʊnt/ /ˈəv
British English
ɡˈɪv/ /æɪ/ /ɡˈʊd/ /ɐkˈaʊnt/ /ˈɒv
Simplified Pronunciation
US
GIV uh GUUD uh-KOWNT uhv
UK
giv uh GUUD uh-KOWNT ov
Listen in Context
He gave a good account of himself in the interview.
The team gave a good account of themselves in the final.
She gave a good account of herself on the exam.
I was nervous, but I think I gave a good account of myself.