How to Pronounce "wannabes"
word
ˈwɑnəˌbiz
WAH-nuh-beez
wˈɒnɐbˌiːz
WON-uh-beez
Definition
'Wannabes' are people who want to be like someone else, usually someone famous or successful, but are not original or genuine themselves.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈwɑnəˌbiz
British English
wˈɒnɐbˌiːz
Simplified Pronunciation
US
WAH-nuh-beez
UK
WON-uh-beez
Listen in Context
Some students are wannabes who copy their favorite singers.
The talent show was full of wannabes.
Many young actors start as wannabes in the industry.
Ignore the wannabes—just be yourself and you'll stand out.