How to Pronounce "breakaway"
word
ˈbɹeɪkəˌweɪ
BRAY-kuh-way
bɹˈeɪkəwˌeɪ
bray-kuh-WAY
Definition
'Breakaway' means a separation from a group, organization, or tradition, often to become independent. It is also used in sports for a player or group pulling ahead from others.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈbɹeɪkəˌweɪ
British English
bɹˈeɪkəwˌeɪ
Simplified Pronunciation
US
BRAY-kuh-way
UK
bray-kuh-WAY
Listen in Context
The team made a sudden breakaway in the final minutes.
He joined a breakaway political group.
There was a dangerous breakaway of rocks from the cliff.
Fans cheered as the cyclist went on a solo breakaway.