How to Pronounce "irrepressible"
word
ˌɪɹəˈpɹɛsəbəɫ
i-ruh-PRES-uh-buhl
ɪɹɪpɹˈɛsəbəl
i-ri-PRES-uh-buhl
Definition
If someone or something is irrepressible, they are full of energy, enthusiasm, or force that cannot be controlled or held back.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˌɪɹəˈpɹɛsəbəɫ
British English
ɪɹɪpɹˈɛsəbəl
Simplified Pronunciation
US
i-ruh-PRES-uh-buhl
UK
i-ri-PRES-uh-buhl
Listen in Context
Her irrepressible laughter filled the room.
The puppy had an irrepressible energy.
She felt irrepressible joy at the good news.
His irrepressible curiosity always got him into trouble.