How to Pronounce "drain of"
expression
ˈdɹeɪn/ /ˈəv
DRAYN-uhv
dɹˈeɪn/ /ˈɒv
drAYN-ov
Definition
To gradually use up or remove all of something from a person, place, or thing, often leaving them tired, empty, or weakened.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈdɹeɪn/ /ˈəv
British English
dɹˈeɪn/ /ˈɒv
Simplified Pronunciation
US
DRAYN-uhv
UK
drAYN-ov
Listen in Context
Working late every day can drain you of energy.
The desert sun will drain you of all your strength.
The journey drained them of their enthusiasm.
A stressful job can really drain you of hope if you’re not careful.