How to Pronounce "breather"
word
/ˈbɹiðɝ/
BREE-thur
/bɹˈiːðɐ/
BREE-thuh
Definition
A short break to rest or recover, especially to catch your breath. Sometimes, it also means something that makes breathing easier.
IPA Transcription
American English
/ˈbɹiðɝ/
British English
/bɹˈiːðɐ/
Simplified Pronunciation
US
BREE-thur
UK
BREE-thuh
Listen in Context
Let's take a breather after cleaning the kitchen.
He needed a breather after running to school.
The workers took a quick breather during lunch.
I just need a minute to catch my breath—a quick breather.