How to Pronounce "give me a break"
expression
GIV-mee-uh-BRAYK
giv-MEE-uh-BRAYK
Definition
Used to ask someone to stop bothering you, complaining, or being unreasonable. It can also mean asking for another chance or some relief from stress.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈɡɪv/ /ˈmi/ /ˈeɪ/, /ə/ /ˈbɹeɪk
British English
ɡˈɪv/ /mˈiː/ /æɪ/ /bɹˈeɪk
Simplified Pronunciation
US
GIV-mee-uh-BRAYK
UK
giv-MEE-uh-BRAYK
Listen in Context
Oh, give me a break! I can't do any more homework tonight.
He keeps blaming me—give me a break!
Can you give me a break and let me finish?
You think I believe that? Oh, give me a break!