How to Pronounce "bantamweight"
word
ˈbæn.təmˌweɪt
BAN-tum-wayt
bˈɑːntɐmwˌeɪt
BAHN-tum-wayt
Definition
A bantamweight is a weight category in combat sports such as boxing and mixed martial arts (MMA), typically between flyweight and featherweight. The exact weight range varies by sport and organization, but it is usually around 53–54 kg (116–118 lbs).
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈbæn.təmˌweɪt
British English
bˈɑːntɐmwˌeɪt
Simplified Pronunciation
US
BAN-tum-wayt
UK
BAHN-tum-wayt
Listen in Context
He won the bantamweight title last year.
She is training to be a bantamweight boxer.
The bantamweight match starts at 8 p.m.
He moved up from bantamweight to featherweight after gaining muscle.