How to Pronounce "that's the spirit"
expression
THATS thuh SPIR-it
THATS thuh SPIR-it
Definition
An encouraging phrase used to praise someone's positive attitude, determination, or enthusiasm.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈðæts/ /ˈðə/, /ðə/, /ði/ /ˈspɪɹət/, /ˈspɪɹɪt
British English
ðæts/ /ðə, ði/ /spˈɪɹɪt
Simplified Pronunciation
US
THATS thuh SPIR-it
UK
THATS thuh SPIR-it
Listen in Context
You finished your homework early? That's the spirit!
You want to try again after failing? That's the spirit.
You volunteered to help others? That's the spirit!
Ah, you finally got the idea. That's the spirit!