To pronounce "forgive", say FORG-iv-e — 3 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.
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FORG-iv-e
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"forgive" has 3 syllables: forg-iv-e. It rhymes with give and combative, if that helps it stick.
Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.
"Forgive" has 3 syllables: forg · iv · e.
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