How to Pronounce "buckle under"
expression
ˈbəkəɫ/ /ˈəndɝ
BUK-uhl UN-der
bˈʌkəl/ /ˈʌndɐ
BUK-uhl UN-duh
Definition
To give in or collapse because of pressure, stress, or a difficult situation. It can refer to physical, emotional, or social pressure.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈbəkəɫ/ /ˈəndɝ
British English
bˈʌkəl/ /ˈʌndɐ
Simplified Pronunciation
US
BUK-uhl UN-der
UK
BUK-uhl UN-duh
Listen in Context
He finally buckled under the stress at work.
Some bridges may buckle under too much weight.
She refused to buckle under peer pressure.
After months of criticism, the politician buckled under and resigned.