How to Pronounce "break a leg"
expression
ˈbɹeɪk/ /ˈeɪ/, /ə/ /ˈɫɛɡ
BRAYK-uh-LEG
bɹˈeɪk/ /æɪ/ /lˈɛɡ
brayk-uh-LEG
Definition
A way to wish someone good luck, especially before a performance or presentation. It's commonly used in theater instead of directly saying 'good luck'.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈbɹeɪk/ /ˈeɪ/, /ə/ /ˈɫɛɡ
British English
bɹˈeɪk/ /æɪ/ /lˈɛɡ
Simplified Pronunciation
US
BRAYK-uh-LEG
UK
brayk-uh-LEG
Listen in Context
She texted "Break a leg" to her brother right before his audition.
Before her big recital, everyone told her, "Break a leg!"
The director smiled and said, "Break a leg," before the show started.
He wished his friend good luck by saying, "Break a leg!"