How to Pronounce "breastbone"
word
BREST-bohn
BREST-bohn
Definition
The flat bone in the center of the chest that connects the ribs and helps protect the heart and lungs.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈbrɛstˌboʊn
British English
bɹˈɛstbəʊn
Simplified Pronunciation
US
BREST-bohn
UK
BREST-bohn
Listen in Context
The doctor pointed to my breastbone during the exam.
I hurt my breastbone when I fell.
Your breastbone protects your heart.
I always feel a little ache right below my breastbone when I'm nervous.