How to Pronounce "cut a break"
expression
ˈkət/ /ˈeɪ/, /ə/ /ˈbɹeɪk
KUHT-uh-BRAYK
kˈʌt/ /æɪ/ /bɹˈeɪk
KUT-uh-BRAYK
Definition
To treat someone more kindly or leniently, especially when they are having a hard time. It means to be less strict, demanding, or to forgive someone's mistake.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈkət/ /ˈeɪ/, /ə/ /ˈbɹeɪk
British English
kˈʌt/ /æɪ/ /bɹˈeɪk
Simplified Pronunciation
US
KUHT-uh-BRAYK
UK
KUT-uh-BRAYK
Listen in Context
Can you cut me a break? I made a mistake, but I'm trying my best.
The teacher cut the students a break because of the hard exam.
I wish someone would cut her a break after all she's been through.
Come on, cut me a break! It’s Monday morning.