How to Pronounce "backtrack"
word
ˈbækˌtɹæk
BAK-trak
bˈæktɹæk
BAKT-rak
Definition
To go back the way you came, or to change your previous opinion or decision.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈbækˌtɹæk
British English
bˈæktɹæk
Simplified Pronunciation
US
BAK-trak
UK
BAKT-rak
Listen in Context
We had to backtrack to find the lost keys.
She refused to backtrack on her promise.
If we make a mistake, we can backtrack and try again.
The politician had to backtrack after his controversial statement.