How to Pronounce "crack open"
expression
ˈkɹæk/ /ˈoʊpən
KRACK OH-puhn
kɹˈæk/ /ˈəʊpən
KRACK OH-puhn
Definition
To open something, often by breaking its surface, usually with force or effort. It can also mean to start or begin something, sometimes in a casual way.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈkɹæk/ /ˈoʊpən
British English
kɹˈæk/ /ˈəʊpən
Simplified Pronunciation
US
KRACK OH-puhn
UK
KRACK OH-puhn
Listen in Context
Can you crack open this jar for me?
She cracked open an egg into the bowl.
We need to crack open the box to see what's inside.
Let's crack open a bottle of wine to celebrate.