How to Pronounce "strain"
word
/ˈstɹeɪn/
strayn
/stɹˈeɪn/
strayn
Definition
A strain is pressure, worry, or physical force that causes stress or difficulty. It can also mean an injury from stretching a muscle too much, or a particular type of plant, animal, or virus.
IPA Transcription
American English
/ˈstɹeɪn/
British English
/stɹˈeɪn/
Simplified Pronunciation
US
strayn
UK
strayn
Listen in Context
Lifting that box caused a back strain.
Money problems put a lot of strain on the family.
This strain of the virus spreads quickly.
I've been under a lot of strain at work lately.