How to Pronounce "breakup"
word
/ˈbɹeɪˌkəp/
BRAYK-uhp
/bɹˈeɪkʌp/
BRAYK-uhp
Definition
The end of a romantic relationship. It can also mean the separation or division of something into parts, but it's most commonly used to talk about people ending their relationship.
IPA Transcription
American English
/ˈbɹeɪˌkəp/
British English
/bɹˈeɪkʌp/
Simplified Pronunciation
US
BRAYK-uhp
UK
BRAYK-uhp
Listen in Context
Their breakup was very hard for both of them.
After the breakup, she moved to a new city.
The band's breakup surprised their fans.
It took him months to get over the breakup.