How to Pronounce "a lucky break"
expression
uh-LUK-ee BRAYK
uh-LUK-ee BRAYK
Definition
A sudden good opportunity or piece of luck that helps someone succeed or make progress unexpectedly.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈeɪ/, /ə/ /ˈɫəki/ /ˈbɹeɪk
British English
æɪ/ /lˈʌki/ /bɹˈeɪk
Simplified Pronunciation
US
uh-LUK-ee BRAYK
UK
uh-LUK-ee BRAYK
Listen in Context
Getting this job was a lucky break for me.
She had a lucky break and won the lottery.
Meeting his teacher was a lucky break in his life.
After years of hard work, landing that contract was finally a lucky break.