How to Pronounce "give out"
expression
ˈɡɪv/ /ˈaʊt
GIV-OWT
ɡˈɪv/ /ˈaʊt
giv-OWT
Definition
'Give out' means to distribute something to people, or to stop working or become exhausted. It is often used when talking about spreading things (like papers or food), or when a machine or body part fails.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈɡɪv/ /ˈaʊt
British English
ɡˈɪv/ /ˈaʊt
Simplified Pronunciation
US
GIV-OWT
UK
giv-OWT
Listen in Context
We will give out free water at the event.
He likes to give out cookies to his friends.
The teacher will give out the tests tomorrow.
My phone just gave out in the middle of the call.