transpire
Intermediate (B1)
IPA: /trænˈspaɪər/
KK: /trænˈspaɪr/
intransitive verb
Definition
To become known or to happen; to occur.
Example
The truth will eventually transpire, no matter how hard you try to hide it.
Tense Forms
Past: transpired
Past Participle: transpired
Conversation
Did you hear what might transpire at the meeting tomorrow?
No, I haven't. What are they planning?
I heard some big changes could transpire soon.
Wow, I hope it's for the better!
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
occur
happen
ensue
Antonyms
cease
stop
prevent
transitive verb
Definition
To release or give off vapor or moisture, especially through the skin or plant surfaces.
Example
Plants transpire water vapor into the air during the process of photosynthesis.
Tense Forms
Past: transpired
Past Participle: transpired
Conversation
I heard that plants can transpire to help cool themselves down.
Really? I didn't know that! How does it work?
They release water vapor through tiny openings in their leaves.
Root Explanation
Transpire → It is formed from "trans-" (meaning across) and "spirare" (meaning to breathe). The word "transpire" originally referred to the act of breathing out or passing through, particularly in the context of gases or moisture.
Memory Tip
Think of something 'breathing out' ('spirare') and 'across' ('trans-') — that's why transpire means to pass through or become known.
Visually Confused Words
cotranspire
untranspired
reaspire
aspire