How to Pronounce "impure"
word
ˌɪmˈpjʊɹ
im-PYOOR
ɪmpjˈɔː
im-PYAW
Definition
Not clean or pure; containing other unwanted substances or mixed with something else. Can also describe things that are morally questionable.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˌɪmˈpjʊɹ
British English
ɪmpjˈɔː
Simplified Pronunciation
US
im-PYOOR
UK
im-PYAW
Listen in Context
This salt is impure, so it cannot be used in the laboratory.
The river water became impure after the factory opened.
Jewelry made from impure gold is less valuable.
If the air feels impure, it's probably because of the smoke from traffic.