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How to Pronounce "fallback"

word

ˈfɔɫˌbæk
FAWL-bak
fˈɔːlbæk
FAWL-bak

Definition

A fallback is a backup plan or option you use if your first choice does not work. It can be a thing, solution, or plan kept in reserve.

IPA Transcription

American English

ˈfɔɫˌbæk

British English

fˈɔːlbæk

Simplified Pronunciation

US

FAWL-bak

UK

FAWL-bak

Listen in Context

We need a fallback in case it rains.

Do you have a fallback if the project fails?

Her parents offered a fallback if she couldn't find a job.

Let’s keep this as a fallback just in case.