How to pronounce breakcore
Say it like BRAYK-kor. Breakcore has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (BRAYK).
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- BRAYK
- kor
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Breakcore pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- BRAYKSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ay" in day.
- korGive this part a little weight. The vowel is the "aw" in law.
American vs British pronunciation of breakcore
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: BRAYK-kaw.
What does breakcore mean?
- A style of electronic music characterized by a high tempo, complex and intricate breakbeats, and a wide palette of samples from various sources, especially the "Amen break".
Where does breakcore come from?
From break + -core.
Questions about saying breakcore
How do you pronounce breakcore?
Say BRAYK-kor. The American pronunciation is /ˈbreɪkˌkɔr/. In British English it is /ˈbreɪkˌkɔː/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in breakcore?
Breakcore has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (BRAYK). Broken into parts: BRAYK · kor.
Is breakcore pronounced differently in British English?
Yes. Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead. The British form is /ˈbreɪkˌkɔː/ (BRAYK-kaw).