How to Pronounce "abracadabra"
word
ˌæbɹəkəˈdæbɹə
ab-ruh-kuh-DAB-ruh
ˌæbɹəkədˈæbɹɐ
ab-ruh-kuh-DAB-ruh
Definition
A word often used by magicians or in children’s games to create the feeling of magic, surprise, or something amazing happening.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˌæbɹəkəˈdæbɹə
British English
ˌæbɹəkədˈæbɹɐ
Simplified Pronunciation
US
ab-ruh-kuh-DAB-ruh
UK
ab-ruh-kuh-DAB-ruh
Listen in Context
The magician said abracadabra and made the rabbit disappear.
She shouted abracadabra while playing with her friends.
If you say abracadabra, the toy will spin.
Just like that—abracadabra—the problem is gone!