guv
pronunciation
How to pronounce guv in British English:
UK [gʌv]
How to pronounce guv in American English:
US [ɡʌv]
Word Origin
- guv (n.)
- 1890, shortening of guvner, casual British pronunciation of governor as a title of respect.
Example
- 1. Was lenny your guv ?
- 2. What about me , guv ?
- 3. Cor blimey guv , I didn 't know you were standing behind me !
- 4. Bad guv can 't win . It 's a moralitv tale .
- 5. " I 'm sorry , guv , " she said softly . Then she withdrew her hand quickly , turned and walked away .