Basic Details
Word: Pardon
Part of Speech: Verb (can also be a noun)
Meaning: To forgive someone for something they did wrong or to excuse someone for a mistake.
Synonyms: Forgive, excuse
Antonyms: Blame, accuse
Idioms and Phrases
- Give me a pardon: Used when asking someone to forgive a mistake or misunderstanding. Example: "I forgot your birthday! Please give me a pardon!"
- Pardon my French: A phrase used when someone swears or uses bad language, asking for forgiveness. Example: "I didnt mean to shout! Pardon my French, but that was really surprising!"
Usage Examples
Example 1: The teacher said she would pardon the students for being late because of the traffic.
Example 2: When I accidentally bumped into her, I quickly said, "Pardon me!" as an apology.
Example 3: He was given a pardon due to his good behaviour while in prison.
Fun Fact
The word "pardon" comes from the Old French "pardoner," which means to "grant a pardon or forgiveness." It has been used in English since the 14th century!
Famous Quote
"To err is human; to forgive, divine." Alexander Pope
Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
1. What does "pardon" mean?
a) To ask a question
b) To forgive someone
c) To dance
d) To sing
Answer: b) To forgive someone
2. Which of these is a synonym of "pardon"?
a) Blame
b) Forgive
c) Ignore
d) Complain
Answer: b) Forgive
3. Which of the following is an antonym of "pardon"?
a) Excuse
b) Blame
c) Forget
d) Accept
Answer: b) Blame
4. Which sentence uses "pardon" correctly?
a) I will pardon your mistake and help you learn.
b) He went to pardon the concert.
c) They like to pardon every weekend.
d) The dog pardoned at the cat.
Answer: a) I will pardon your mistake and help you learn.
5. What does "pardon my French" refer to?
a) Asking for someones name
b) Asking someone to forgive swearing
c) Asking to learn a language
d) Asking someone to dance
Answer: b) Asking someone to forgive swearing
