How to Pronounce "heartbreaking"
word
HART-bray-king
HAHT-bray-king
Definition
Something that causes extreme sadness or emotional pain, often because it is very disappointing or tragic.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈhɑɹtˌbɹeɪkɪŋ
British English
hˈɑːtbɹeɪkɪŋ
Simplified Pronunciation
US
HART-bray-king
UK
HAHT-bray-king
Listen in Context
The story of the lost puppy was heartbreaking.
It was heartbreaking to hear the bad news.
Seeing the destroyed home was heartbreaking.
Her goodbye message was absolutely heartbreaking.