How to Pronounce Forgiving

To pronounce "forgiving", say FORG-iv-ing — 3 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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FORG-iv-ing

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💡 Tip for remembering “forgiving”

"forgiving" has 3 syllables: forg-iv-ing. It rhymes with misgiving and unforgiving, if that helps it stick.

What does forgiving mean?

verb

  1. To pardon; to waive any negative feeling or desire for punishment, retribution, or compensation.

    “Forgive others, not because they deserve forgiveness, but because you deserve peace.”

  2. To accord forgiveness.

noun

  1. An act of forgiveness.

adjective

  1. Inclined to forgive.

    “I am inclined to take a forgiving attitude, since this is his first offence.”

  2. User-friendly, such that harmful mistakes are not easily made.

Words that rhyme with forgiving

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

misgivingunforgivinggivinglivingthanksgivingrelivingcaregivingsievingoutliving

Related words

exculpatoryexonerativeabsolvitorytolerantkindunvindictiveconciliatorymerciful

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "forgiving"?▾

"Forgiving" has 3 syllables: forg · iv · ing.

What does "forgiving" mean?▾

Forgiving: To pardon; to waive any negative feeling or desire for punishment, retribution, or compensation.

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