How to Pronounce Spirit

To pronounce "spirit", say SPIR-it — 2 syllables, IPA /ˈspɪɹɪt/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Syllables

6

Letters

/ˈspɪɹɪt/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “spirit”

"spirit" has 2 syllables: spir-it.

What does spirit mean?

noun

  1. The soul of a person or other creature. What moves through experience into self-definition as souls purpose.
  2. A supernatural being, often but not exclusively without physical form; ghost, fairy, angel.

    “A wandering spirit haunts the island.”

verb

  1. To carry off, especially in haste, secrecy, or mystery.
  2. To animate with vigor; to excite; to encourage; to inspirit; sometimes followed by up.

    “Civil dissensions often spirit the ambition of private men.”

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Related words

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "spirit"?▾

"Spirit" has 2 syllables: spir · it.

What is the IPA transcription of "spirit"?▾

The IPA transcription of "spirit" is /ˈspɪɹɪt/.

What does "spirit" mean?▾

Spirit: The soul of a person or other creature. What moves through experience into self-definition as souls purpose.

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