How to Pronounce "crack down"
expression
ˈkɹæk/ /ˈdaʊn
KRACK-down
kɹˈæk/ /dˈaʊn
KRACK-down
Definition
To take strong action to stop something illegal or unwanted, especially by enforcing laws or rules more strictly.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈkɹæk/ /ˈdaʊn
British English
kɹˈæk/ /dˈaʊn
Simplified Pronunciation
US
KRACK-down
UK
KRACK-down
Listen in Context
The police will crack down on illegal parking this month.
The government decided to crack down on tax evasion.
Schools are starting to crack down on cheating during exams.
After several complaints, the city decided to crack down on noisy parties.