How to Pronounce "crackdown"
word
ˈkɹækˌdaʊn
KRACK-down
kɹˈækdaʊn
KRACK-down
Definition
A crackdown is a strong or sudden effort by people in authority, especially the police or government, to stop or control illegal activities or behavior.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈkɹækˌdaʊn
British English
kɹˈækdaʊn
Simplified Pronunciation
US
KRACK-down
UK
KRACK-down
Listen in Context
The government announced a crackdown on illegal gambling.
Police began a crackdown on speeding drivers.
There was a crackdown on selling fake products at the market.
After several complaints, the city launched a crackdown on noisy clubs.