How to Pronounce "inspiration"
word
/ˌɪnspɝˈeɪʃən/
in-spur-AY-shuhn
/ˌɪnspəɹˈeɪʃən/
in-spuh-RAY-shuhn
Definition
A feeling, idea, or person that gives you the desire or ability to do or create something. It can also mean a sudden good idea, especially in art, writing, or problem-solving.
IPA Transcription
American English
/ˌɪnspɝˈeɪʃən/
British English
/ˌɪnspəɹˈeɪʃən/
Simplified Pronunciation
US
in-spur-AY-shuhn
UK
in-spuh-RAY-shuhn
Listen in Context
Her mother is her biggest inspiration.
I got the inspiration for this painting from nature.
Sometimes inspiration comes at night.
I was completely out of inspiration, so I took a walk and started again.