How to Pronounce "desires"
word
/dɪˈzaɪɝz/
di-ZY-urz
/dɪzˈaɪəz/
di-ZY-uhz
Definition
Strong feelings of wanting something or wishing for something to happen. "Desires" usually refers to emotional or personal wants, not just needs.
IPA Transcription
American English
/dɪˈzaɪɝz/
British English
/dɪzˈaɪəz/
Simplified Pronunciation
US
di-ZY-urz
UK
di-ZY-uhz
Listen in Context
His greatest desires are to travel the world and help others.
Children often have many desires, like new toys or sweets.
We must not let our desires control our decisions.
She tried to hide her true desires from everyone.