How to Pronounce "strike for"
expression
ˈstɹaɪk/ /ˈfɔɹ/, /fɝ/, /fɹɝ
STRYK-for, STRYK-fer, STRYK-fur
stɹˈaɪk/ /fˈɔː
stryk-FOR
Definition
To stop working as a form of protest, usually in order to get better pay, conditions, or rights.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈstɹaɪk/ /ˈfɔɹ/, /fɝ/, /fɹɝ
British English
stɹˈaɪk/ /fˈɔː
Simplified Pronunciation
US
STRYK-for, STRYK-fer, STRYK-fur
UK
stryk-FOR
Listen in Context
The workers decided to strike for better pay.
Teachers will strike for smaller class sizes.
The nurses plan to strike for better working conditions.
They’re going to strike for paid sick leave if the company doesn’t listen.