How to Pronounce "aspire"
word
əˈspaɪɹ
uh-SPIRE
ɐspˈaɪə
uh-SPY-uh
Definition
To strongly want to achieve or become something, often something important or high-level.
IPA Transcription
American English
əˈspaɪɹ
British English
ɐspˈaɪə
Simplified Pronunciation
US
uh-SPIRE
UK
uh-SPY-uh
Listen in Context
Many students aspire to be doctors.
She aspires to win the championship next year.
People aspire to have a better life.
Ever since he was a kid, John has aspired to become an astronaut.