How to Pronounce “desire

word

/dɪˈzaɪɝ/
di-ZY-ur
/dɪzˈaɪə/
di-ZY-uh

IPA Transcription

American English

/dɪˈzaɪɝ/

British English

/dɪzˈaɪə/

Simplified Pronunciation

US

di-ZY-ur

UK

di-ZY-uh

Listen in Context

She has a strong desire to learn English.

Many people desire a better life.

His only desire was to see his family again.

I don't desire fame; I just want to do meaningful work.