How to Pronounce Misgive

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

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3

Syllables

7

Letters

MISG-iv-e

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💡 Tip for remembering “misgive”

"misgive" has 3 syllables: misg-iv-e. It rhymes with give and combative, if that helps it stick.

What does misgive mean?

verb

  1. (of the mind, heart, etc.) To give fear or doubt to; to make irresolute.
  2. To suspect; to dread.

Words that rhyme with misgive

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

givecombativesievelivecorroborativeforgiverelivedeterminativeoutlivevivlivziv

Related words

misforgivemisleadmiskeepmisprovidemisfiguremistakemiscensuremisdoom

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "misgive"?▾

"Misgive" has 3 syllables: misg · iv · e.

What does "misgive" mean?▾

Misgive: (of the mind, heart, etc.) To give fear or doubt to; to make irresolute.

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