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break
Definition:
(nou) some abrupt occurrence that interrupts an ongoing activity (nou) an unexpected piece of good luck (nou) a crack in the earth's crust resulting from the displacement of one side with respect to the other (nou) a personal or social separation (as between opposing factions) (nou) a pause from doing something (as work) (nou) the act of breaking something (nou) a time interval during which there is a temporary cessation of something (nou) breaking of hard tissue such as bone (nou) the occurrence of breaking (nou) an abrupt change in the tone or register of the voice (as at puberty or due to emotion) (nou) the opening shot that scatters the balls in billiards or pool (nou) a score consisting of winning a game when your opponent was serving (nou) an act of delaying or interrupting the continuity (nou) a sudden dash (nou) any frame in which a bowler fails to make a strike or spare (nou) an escape from jail
Phonetic Transcription:
breɪk
Examples:
Here's wishing you a restful and relaxing break
I wish you a restful and relaxing break.
I hope all is well with you and that you had a restful break.
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Common mistakes of break pronunciation
- Misplacing the vowel sound: Some learners pronounce "break" with a short vowel sound, like "bʌk" instead of the correct "breɪk". This can lead to confusion. Tip: Focus on the long "eɪ" sound, as in "day".
- Ignoring the ending consonant: It's common to drop the "k" sound at the end, resulting in "breɪ". This makes the word unclear. Tip: Practice saying "break" with emphasis on the final "k" to ensure clarity.
- Overemphasizing the initial consonant: Some may pronounce "break" with too much emphasis on the "b", making it sound overly harsh, like "b-breɪk". This can affect fluency. Tip: Keep the "b" sound soft and natural.
- Confusing "break" with "brake": Learners sometimes mix up "break" (ˈbreɪk) and "brake" (ˈbreɪk) due to their similar sounds. This can lead to miscommunication. Tip: Remember that "break" refers to separating or pausing, while "brake" refers to slowing down a vehicle.
- Mispronouncing in fast speech: In rapid conversation, "break" can be slurred into "b'reak", losing its distinct sounds. This can hinder understanding. Tip: Slow down your speech when practicing to maintain clarity in pronunciation.