Tikibu: pronunciation dictionary with use examples

Word: deserve
IPA transcription: [dɪz'ɝv]
Pronunciations of deserve
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verb meaning of the word
  • Synonyms: deserve, merit
    Meaning: be worthy or deserving; "You deserve a promotion after all the hard work you have done"
Usage examples
  • You deserve to be hanged.
  • And I do deserve to suffer.
  • "If you are poor; you deserve it!
  • Give them what they deserve, Julia."
  • It matters little; I don't deserve them.
  • The Venetians did not deserve his censure.
  • I deserve it! But spare my poor old father."
  • Did he not deserve what was said of him on the whole?
  • Willoughby certainly does not deserve to be suspected.
  • "But why are they so fond of me if I don't deserve it?
0. Word pronunciation is derived from article recording Ceremonial ship launching, License CC BY-SA 4.0
1. Word pronunciation is derived from article recording Benjamin Franklin, License CC BY-SA 4.0