How to Pronounce "identify as"
expression
aɪˈdɛntəˌfaɪ/ /ˈæz/, /ˈɛz
eye-DEN-tuh-fy AZ
aɪdˈɛntɪfˌaɪ/ /ˈæs
eye-DEN-tif-eye AS
Definition
To say or feel that you are part of a particular group, or that you have a certain identity, often related to gender, nationality, or beliefs.
IPA Transcription
American English
aɪˈdɛntəˌfaɪ/ /ˈæz/, /ˈɛz
British English
aɪdˈɛntɪfˌaɪ/ /ˈæs
Simplified Pronunciation
US
eye-DEN-tuh-fy AZ
UK
eye-DEN-tif-eye AS
Listen in Context
She identifies as a teacher.
Many people identify as non-binary.
He identifies as Mexican.
I identify as a lifelong learner—always curious about new things.