How to pronounce idea

Say it like this: /aɪ̯ˈdi.ə/. Listen to real recordings below and compare how it sounds in different accents.

American/aɪ̯ˈdi.ə/

What does idea mean?

nounAn abstract archetype of a given thing, compared to which real-life examples are seen as imperfect approximations; pure essence, as opposed to actual examples.

The conception of someone or something as representing a perfect example; an ideal.

The form or shape of something; a quintessential aspect or characteristic.

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