How to Pronounce "wrack"
word
ˈɹæk
RAK
ɹˈæk
RAK
Definition
To cause serious damage or destruction to something; can also refer to physical or mental suffering. Sometimes used for seaweed washed ashore.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈɹæk
British English
ɹˈæk
Simplified Pronunciation
US
RAK
UK
RAK
Listen in Context
The storm wracked the small village by the sea.
She was wracked with guilt after lying to her friend.
His body was wracked by pain after the accident.
Everything he owned was left in wrack and ruin after the fire.