How to Pronounce "backdrop"
word
ˈbækˌdɹɑp
BAK-drop
bˈækdɹɒp
BAK-drop
Definition
A backdrop is a large screen or curtain behind the main stage in a theater, or the setting and situation in which something happens.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈbækˌdɹɑp
British English
bˈækdɹɒp
Simplified Pronunciation
US
BAK-drop
UK
BAK-drop
Listen in Context
The play had a painted backdrop of mountains.
We took photos in front of a colorful backdrop.
The city skyline was the perfect backdrop for the concert.
All the speeches took place against the backdrop of the national holiday.