How to pronounce breakup
Say it like BRAY-kuhp. Breakup has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (BRAY).
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- BRAY
- kuhp
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Breakup pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- BRAYSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ay" in day.
- kuhpGive this part a little weight. The vowel is the "u" in cup.
American vs British pronunciation of breakup
American and British speakers say breakup in essentially the same way: /ˈbreɪˌkʌp/ in the US and /ˈbreɪˌkʌp/ in the UK.
British respelling: BRAY-kuhp.
What does breakup mean?
- the termination or disintegration of a relationship (between persons or nations)
- coming apart
Where does breakup come from?
Deverbal from break up.
Similar and opposite words
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Words that rhyme with breakup
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of breakup.
Questions about saying breakup
How do you pronounce breakup?
Say BRAY-kuhp. The American pronunciation is /ˈbreɪˌkʌp/. In British English it is /ˈbreɪˌkʌp/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in breakup?
Breakup has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (BRAY). Broken into parts: BRAY · kuhp.
Do Americans and Brits say breakup the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈbreɪˌkʌp/ and the British form is /ˈbreɪˌkʌp/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.