How to Pronounce "broken heart"
expression
ˈbɹoʊkən/ /ˈhɑɹt
BROH-kuhn HART
bɹˈəʊkən/ /hˈɑːt
BROH-kuhn HAHT
Definition
A feeling of deep sadness or emotional pain, usually after losing someone you love or experiencing a painful event.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈbɹoʊkən/ /ˈhɑɹt
British English
bɹˈəʊkən/ /hˈɑːt
Simplified Pronunciation
US
BROH-kuhn HART
UK
BROH-kuhn HAHT
Listen in Context
She has a broken heart after the breakup.
A broken heart can take time to heal.
He wrote a song about his broken heart.
After her dog passed away, she felt like she had a broken heart for weeks.