How to Pronounce "thirsty for"
expression
ˈθɝsti/ /ˈfɔɹ/, /fɝ/, /fɹɝ
THUR-stee for
θˈɜːsti/ /fˈɔː
THUR-stee faw
Definition
To strongly desire or want something, especially knowledge, success, or attention.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈθɝsti/ /ˈfɔɹ/, /fɝ/, /fɹɝ
British English
θˈɜːsti/ /fˈɔː
Simplified Pronunciation
US
THUR-stee for
UK
THUR-stee faw
Listen in Context
He is thirsty for knowledge.
She was thirsty for success from a young age.
The crowd was thirsty for more information.
These days, people seem thirsty for attention on social media.