How to Pronounce "break loose from"
expression
ˈbɹeɪk/ /ˈɫus/ /ˈfɹəm
BRAYK-loos-FRUHM
bɹˈeɪk/ /lˈuːs/ /fɹˈɒm
br-AYK-loos-FROM
Definition
To escape or become free from something or someone that is holding, controlling, or restricting you. It can mean getting away physically or freeing yourself from a situation.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈbɹeɪk/ /ˈɫus/ /ˈfɹəm
British English
bɹˈeɪk/ /lˈuːs/ /fɹˈɒm
Simplified Pronunciation
US
BRAYK-loos-FRUHM
UK
br-AYK-loos-FROM
Listen in Context
The dog tried to break loose from its leash.
She wants to break loose from her fears.
The prisoners managed to break loose from the guards.
Sometimes you have to break loose from people's expectations to be happy.