How to Pronounce "drain from"
expression
ˈdɹeɪn/ /ˈfɹəm
DRAYN-frum
dɹˈeɪn/ /fɹˈɒm
dr-AYN-from
Definition
To flow or be removed from something, especially a liquid leaving a container. It can also be used for energy or resources disappearing gradually.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈdɹeɪn/ /ˈfɹəm
British English
dɹˈeɪn/ /fɹˈɒm
Simplified Pronunciation
US
DRAYN-frum
UK
dr-AYN-from
Listen in Context
Water drains from the bathtub after you pull the plug.
All the color seemed to drain from her face.
Oil began to drain from the engine.
You could see the excitement drain from his eyes when he heard the news.