How to Pronounce "give a break"
expression
ˈɡɪv/ /ˈeɪ/, /ə/ /ˈbɹeɪk
GIV-uh-BRAYK
ɡˈɪv/ /æɪ/ /bɹˈeɪk
GIV-uh-BRAYK
Definition
"Give a break" is an informal expression asking someone to go easy on you, stop bothering you, or to give you a chance. It often means to show a bit of mercy or flexibility.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈɡɪv/ /ˈeɪ/, /ə/ /ˈbɹeɪk
British English
ɡˈɪv/ /æɪ/ /bɹˈeɪk
Simplified Pronunciation
US
GIV-uh-BRAYK
UK
GIV-uh-BRAYK
Listen in Context
Can you give a break and stop asking so many questions?
Please give a break to your little brother. He's trying his best.
My teacher decided to give a break and let me retake the test.
Oh, come on, give me a break! I just made one mistake.