How to Pronounce "lobby for"
expression
ˈɫɑbi/ /ˈfɔɹ/, /fɝ/, /fɹɝ
LAH-bee for, LAH-bee fer, LAH-bee fur
lˈɒbi/ /fˈɔː
LOB-ee faw
Definition
To try to influence people or lawmakers to support a particular cause, policy, or idea, usually in politics or business.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈɫɑbi/ /ˈfɔɹ/, /fɝ/, /fɹɝ
British English
lˈɒbi/ /fˈɔː
Simplified Pronunciation
US
LAH-bee for, LAH-bee fer, LAH-bee fur
UK
LOB-ee faw
Listen in Context
Several groups lobby for stronger environmental laws.
Citizens lobby for better public transportation.
The teachers are lobbying for higher salaries.
Nonprofits often lobby for changes they believe will benefit society.