How to Pronounce "breakthrough"
word
/ˈbɹeɪkˌθɹu/
BRAYK-throo
/bɹˈeɪkθɹuː/
BRAYK-throo
Definition
A breakthrough is a sudden, important discovery or development that brings significant progress, especially in science, medicine, or a difficult situation.
IPA Transcription
American English
/ˈbɹeɪkˌθɹu/
British English
/bɹˈeɪkθɹuː/
Simplified Pronunciation
US
BRAYK-throo
UK
BRAYK-throo
Listen in Context
The scientists made a breakthrough in cancer research.
That new medicine is a real breakthrough.
We hope for a breakthrough in peace talks soon.
Her idea led to a technological breakthrough nobody expected.