aspire
/əˈspaɪə/ · /əˈspaɪr/
CEFR level C1Topic WorkWord #6783 in the learning path
渴望；立志
Definitions
v. To strongly want to achieve something important.
渴望；立志
Example
My younger sister aspires to become a wildlife photographer.
我妹妹立志成为一名野生动物摄影师。
Many young people aspire to careers that offer both financial security and opportunities to contribute to society.
许多年轻人向往既能提供经济保障，又能让自己为社会作贡献的职业。
Collocations
- aspire to do something
- aspire to greatness
- aspire to a career in medicine
Word family
- aspiration (n.)
- aspiring (adj.)
- aspirant (n.)
Synonyms
- aim
Usage tip
aspire to do表立志做；aspire to后也可接名词。
FAQ
- What does aspire mean?
- To strongly want to achieve something important.
- How is aspire pronounced?
- UK /əˈspaɪə/, US /əˈspaɪr/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.
