B1
forgive vs pardon
The difference
| Word | Meaning | Goes with | Example |
|---|---|---|---|
| forgiveverb/fərˈɡɪv/ | Meaning to stop being angry with someone who has done something wrong to you | Goes with forgive someone for | Example I can forgive you for being late, but not for lying. |
| pardonverb/ˈpɑːr.dən/ | Meaning to officially free someone from punishment for a crime; also, politely, to forgive | Goes with pardon me | Example Pardon me for asking, but how old are you exactly? |
Which word fits?
1 of 8Pick the word for the gap. Its form may change in the sentence.
the interruption, but your taxi is waiting outside.