How to Pronounce "shrink back"
expression
ˈʃɹɪŋk/ /ˈbæk
SHRINGK-BAK
ʃɹˈɪŋk/ /bˈæk
shRINGK-BAK
Definition
To move away suddenly, usually because you are scared or uncomfortable. It can also mean to hesitate or avoid doing something difficult out of fear.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈʃɹɪŋk/ /ˈbæk
British English
ʃɹˈɪŋk/ /bˈæk
Simplified Pronunciation
US
SHRINGK-BAK
UK
shRINGK-BAK
Listen in Context
The child shrank back when the dog barked loudly.
She shrinks back from speaking in public.
Don’t shrink back from new challenges.
When the doctor took out the needle, he shrunk back a little.