How to Pronounce "brown out"
expression
ˈbɹaʊn/ /ˈaʊt
BROWN-out
bɹˈaʊn/ /ˈaʊt
brown-OUT
Definition
A brown out is a temporary drop in electrical power, where the lights and devices may dim or work less effectively, but power is not completely lost.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈbɹaʊn/ /ˈaʊt
British English
bɹˈaʊn/ /ˈaʊt
Simplified Pronunciation
US
BROWN-out
UK
brown-OUT
Listen in Context
We had a brown out last night, and the lights got very dim.
During the brown out, the refrigerator stopped working properly.
A brown out can damage some electronics if it lasts too long.
We thought it was a blackout, but it turned out to be just a brown out.