Synonyms for wannabes


Grammar : Noun
Spell : won-uh-bee, waw-nuh
Phonetic Transcription : ˈwɒn əˌbi, ˈwɔ nə‐


Définition of wannabes

Origin :
  • 1981, originally American English surfer slang, from casual pronunciation of want to be; popularized c.1984 in reference to female fans of pop singer Madonna.
  • As in aspirant : noun person with wish, dream
  • As in aspirer : noun aspirant

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