How to Pronounce "fall apart"
expression
ˈfɑɫ/, /ˈfɔɫ/ /əˈpɑɹt
FAWL-uh-PART
fˈɔːl/ /ɐpˈɑːt
FAWL-uh-PAHT
Definition
To break into pieces physically, or to become unable to function or cope due to stress or problems. It is often used for objects, situations, or people.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈfɑɫ/, /ˈfɔɫ/ /əˈpɑɹt
British English
fˈɔːl/ /ɐpˈɑːt
Simplified Pronunciation
US
FAWL-uh-PART
UK
FAWL-uh-PAHT
Listen in Context
The toy car started to fall apart after a week.
Their marriage began to fall apart after the accident.
The old book is so fragile, it might fall apart if you touch it.
After losing his job, he started to fall apart emotionally.