How to Pronounce "collapse"
word
/kəˈɫæps/
kuh-LAPS
/kəlˈæps/
kuh-LAPS
Definition
To fall down suddenly, especially because of weakness or damage; can also mean to fail completely or stop functioning.
IPA Transcription
American English
/kəˈɫæps/
British English
/kəlˈæps/
Simplified Pronunciation
US
kuh-LAPS
UK
kuh-LAPS
Listen in Context
The building collapsed after the earthquake.
She felt so tired that she almost collapsed.
The company will collapse if sales do not improve.
After running the marathon, he just wanted to collapse on the couch.