How to Pronounce "drop back"
expression
ˈdɹɑp/, /ˈdɹɔp/ /ˈbæk
DRAHP-bak or DRAWP-bak
dɹˈɒp/ /bˈæk
drop-BAK
Definition
To move to a position further behind where you were before, often to allow others to go ahead or to create space; also used in sports to mean moving toward a defensive position.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈdɹɑp/, /ˈdɹɔp/ /ˈbæk
British English
dɹˈɒp/ /bˈæk
Simplified Pronunciation
US
DRAHP-bak or DRAWP-bak
UK
drop-BAK
Listen in Context
Please drop back so others can see the board.
The runner decided to drop back and save energy for later.
In soccer, defenders often drop back to help the goalkeeper.
I saw her drop back to chat with an old friend during the walk.