How to pronounce "icebreaker"

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Phonetic Breakdown of "icebreaker"

Learn how to break down "icebreaker" into its phonetic components. Understanding syllables and phonetics helps with pronunciation, spelling, and language learning.

ice-breaker
2 syllables

Standard Phonetic Pronunciation:

/ˈaɪsˌbɹeɪkəɹ/
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IPA Phonetic Pronunciation:

AY1 S B R EY2 K ER0
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Pronunciation Tips:

  • Stress the first syllable
  • Pay attention to vowel sounds
  • Practice each syllable separately

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Definition of "icebreaker"

Pronunciation: /ˈaɪsˌbɹeɪkəɹ/

Noun

  • A ship designed to break through ice so that it, or other ships coming behind, can navigate on frozen seas.
    Example: "The steel hulls of ice-breakers are much thicker than those of standard vessels."
  • A game, activity, humorous anecdote, etc., designed to relax a group of people to help them get to know each other.
    Example: "The new college hallmates were awkward with each other at first, but after a game of charades as an icebreaker, they were laughing like old friends."
  • A lively song and dance routine at the start of a musical.

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