How to Pronounce "lust after"
expression
ˈɫəst/ /ˈæftɝ
LUHST AF-ter
lˈʌst/ /ˈɑːftɐ
LUHST AHF-tuh
Definition
To strongly desire someone or something, often with a sexual or intense physical feeling.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈɫəst/ /ˈæftɝ
British English
lˈʌst/ /ˈɑːftɐ
Simplified Pronunciation
US
LUHST AF-ter
UK
LUHST AHF-tuh
Listen in Context
He lusts after his neighbor's sports car.
She lusts after the actor in the movie.
He always lusts after expensive watches.
I try not to lust after things I can't afford.