How to Pronounce "push for"
expression
ˈpʊʃ/ /ˈfɔɹ/, /fɝ/, /fɹɝ
PUSH-for, PUSH-fer
pˈʊʃ/ /fˈɔː
PUSH-faw
Definition
To strongly try to achieve or make something happen, usually by persuading others or putting effort into it.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈpʊʃ/ /ˈfɔɹ/, /fɝ/, /fɹɝ
British English
pˈʊʃ/ /fˈɔː
Simplified Pronunciation
US
PUSH-for, PUSH-fer
UK
PUSH-faw
Listen in Context
They are pushing for a new playground in the park.
The workers pushed for better working conditions.
Students are pushing for longer lunch breaks at school.
We're really pushing for change in our community this year.