How to Pronounce "break silence"
expression
ˈbɹeɪk/ /ˈsaɪɫəns
BRAYK SY-luhns
bɹˈeɪk/ /sˈaɪləns
br-AYK sy-LUHNS
Definition
To speak or make a noise after a period of complete quiet, or to be the first to talk after everyone has been silent for some time.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈbɹeɪk/ /ˈsaɪɫəns
British English
bɹˈeɪk/ /sˈaɪləns
Simplified Pronunciation
US
BRAYK SY-luhns
UK
br-AYK sy-LUHNS
Listen in Context
No one wanted to break silence after the bad news.
She finally decided to break silence and tell the truth.
Who will break silence first in the meeting?
After an awkward pause, he cleared his throat to break silence.