forgive
Translation
to forgive
Examples
Can you forgive me?
Can you forgive me?
She forgave him for his mistake.
She forgave him for his mistake.
Grammar Patterns
((sb.)) to pardon (sb.) Can you forgive me?
((sb.)) for ((sth.)) to pardon (sb.) for (sth.) She forgave him for his mistake.
Similar Words
Synonyms: pardon, excuse, absolve; Antonyms: blame, resent, punish
Etymology
From Old English 'forgiefan', from 'for-' (completely) + 'giefan' (to give), meaning to give up the desire to punish.
Memory Tips
Think of it as 'for-GIVING' away your anger or resentment.