How to Pronounce "inspirational"
word
/ˌɪnspɝˈeɪʃənəɫ/
in-spur-AY-shuh-nuhl
/ˌɪnspəɹˈeɪʃənəl/
in-spuh-RAY-shuh-nuhl
Definition
Something that makes you feel encouraged, motivated, or full of positive ideas. Often used to describe people, speeches, quotes, or stories.
IPA Transcription
American English
/ˌɪnspɝˈeɪʃənəɫ/
British English
/ˌɪnspəɹˈeɪʃənəl/
Simplified Pronunciation
US
in-spur-AY-shuh-nuhl
UK
in-spuh-RAY-shuh-nuhl
Listen in Context
The coach gave an inspirational talk before the game.
She is an inspirational leader in her company.
I read an inspirational quote every morning.
Her story is really inspirational—it makes you believe anything is possible.