How to Pronounce "break in"
expression
ˈbɹeɪk/ /ˈɪn/, /ɪn
BRAYK-in
bɹˈeɪk/ /ˈɪn
brayk-IN
Definition
To enter a place by force, usually to steal; to interrupt a conversation; or to make new shoes or clothes more comfortable by using them.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈbɹeɪk/ /ˈɪn/, /ɪn
British English
bɹˈeɪk/ /ˈɪn
Simplified Pronunciation
US
BRAYK-in
UK
brayk-IN
Listen in Context
Someone tried to break in last night.
Please don’t break in while I’m talking.
It takes time to break in new shoes.
I saw two men trying to break in through the back door.