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How to Pronounce "break into"

expression

ˈbɹeɪk/ /ˈɪntu/, /ɪnˈtu/, /ɪntə
BRAYK IN-too, in-TOO, IN-tuh
bɹˈeɪk/ /ˈɪntʊ
br-AYK IN-tuh

Definition

To enter a place illegally and often by force, especially to steal something. It can also mean to suddenly start doing something, like laughing or singing.

IPA Transcription

American English

ˈbɹeɪk/ /ˈɪntu/, /ɪnˈtu/, /ɪntə

British English

bɹˈeɪk/ /ˈɪntʊ

Simplified Pronunciation

US

BRAYK IN-too, in-TOO, IN-tuh

UK

br-AYK IN-tuh

Listen in Context

Someone tried to break into my house last night.

The thief broke into the car.

She suddenly broke into laughter.

If you want to break into the music industry, you need to work hard.