How to Pronounce "breakneck"
word
ˈbɹeɪkˌnɛk
BRAYK-nek
bɹˈeɪknɛk
brayk-NEK
Definition
Extremely fast and possibly dangerous; typically used to describe speed or pace that could cause harm.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈbɹeɪkˌnɛk
British English
bɹˈeɪknɛk
Simplified Pronunciation
US
BRAYK-nek
UK
brayk-NEK
Listen in Context
The car was moving at breakneck speed.
The roller coaster goes down at a breakneck pace.
He finished the project at breakneck speed.
He raced down the mountain at breakneck speed, barely keeping his balance.