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UK//ɡɪv miː//US//ɡɪv miː//

Meaning of Give me

In simple words: ask for something

Give me in a sentence

  • Could you give me a hand with this?
  • Please give me your best advice.
  • Can you give me that book?
  • Just give me five minutes.
  • He won't give me any information.

How to use Give me

Use in informal and polite requests, but be cautious in formal situations. In business, opt for 'Could you please give me...?'

Grammar pattern

give me + object

Memory hint

Think of a child asking for a cookie, saying 'give me!'

Related words

Collocations with Give me

  • give me a break
  • give me a call
  • give me more time
  • give me your word
  • give me the details

Synonyms for Give me

  • hand me
  • pass me
  • provide me with
  • offer me
  • grant me

Opposites of Give me

  • Take from me
  • Keep for me
  • Withhold from me

Common mistakes with Give me

  • Omitting 'me' (e.g., saying 'give you').
  • Using 'give me' in very formal contexts.
  • Confusing 'give me' with 'show me' in requests.

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Frequently asked questions about Give me

What does Give me mean?

ask for something

What is the definition of Give me?

A phrase used to request something directly.

How do you use Give me in a sentence?

Could you give me a hand with this?

Can you give another example of Give me?

Please give me your best advice.

What are synonyms for Give me?

Common alternatives include hand me, pass me, provide me with, offer me, grant me.

What is the opposite of Give me?

Opposite meanings include Take from me, Keep for me, Withhold from me.

What words go with Give me?

It commonly pairs with give me a break, give me a call, give me more time, give me your word, give me the details.

What are common mistakes when using Give me?

Omitting 'me' (e.g., saying 'give you'). Using 'give me' in very formal contexts. Confusing 'give me' with 'show me' in requests.

How do you pronounce Give me?

US: //ɡɪv miː//, UK: //ɡɪv miː//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use Give me?

Use in informal and polite requests, but be cautious in formal situations. In business, opt for 'Could you please give me...?'