How to Pronounce "a breakdown"
expression
ˈeɪ/, /ə/ /ˈbɹeɪkˌdaʊn
uh-BRAYK-down
æɪ/ /bɹˈeɪkdaʊn
brAYK-down
Definition
'A breakdown' can mean a mechanical failure, a detailed list, or a serious emotional or mental crisis.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈeɪ/, /ə/ /ˈbɹeɪkˌdaʊn
British English
æɪ/ /bɹˈeɪkdaʊn
Simplified Pronunciation
US
uh-BRAYK-down
UK
brAYK-down
Listen in Context
My car had a breakdown on the way to work.
She had a breakdown after losing her job.
The manager gave us a breakdown of the sales numbers.
After the power outage, there was a breakdown in communication.