How to Pronounce "release the kraken"
expression
ri-LEASE thuh KRAY-kuhn
ri-LEES thuh KRAY-kuhn
Definition
A dramatic or humorous phrase meaning to unleash something powerful, dangerous, or uncontrollable. Often used jokingly to signal starting a big action or creating chaos.
IPA Transcription
American English
ɹiˈɫis/ /ˈðə/, /ðə/, /ði/ /ˈkreɪkən
British English
ɹɪˈliːs/ /ðə, ði/ /kɹˈeɪkən
Simplified Pronunciation
US
ri-LEASE thuh KRAY-kuhn
UK
ri-LEES thuh KRAY-kuhn
Listen in Context
It's time to release the kraken and start the project.
When the game starts, someone shouts, 'Release the kraken!'
He joked and said, 'Release the kraken' before opening the big box.
Whenever things get out of hand at the office party, someone always yells, 'Release the kraken!'