How to Pronounce "ambitious"
word
/æmˈbɪʃəs/
am-BI-shuhs
/æmbˈɪʃəs/
am-BI-shuhs
Definition
Someone who is ambitious has a strong desire to achieve success, power, or something important. It can also describe plans or projects that are very challenging or require a lot of effort.
IPA Transcription
American English
/æmˈbɪʃəs/
British English
/æmbˈɪʃəs/
Simplified Pronunciation
US
am-BI-shuhs
UK
am-BI-shuhs
Listen in Context
She is very ambitious and wants to be a doctor.
They have an ambitious plan to build a new school.
His ambitious goals motivate him to work hard.
I admire people who are ambitious and never give up.