How to Pronounce "battalion"
word
/bəˈtæɫjən/
buh-TAL-yuhn
/bɐtˈæliən/
buh-TAL-ee-uhn
Definition
A battalion is a large group of soldiers, usually consisting of several hundred troops, organized as part of an army. It is usually led by a lieutenant colonel.
IPA Transcription
American English
/bəˈtæɫjən/
British English
/bɐtˈæliən/
Simplified Pronunciation
US
buh-TAL-yuhn
UK
buh-TAL-ee-uhn
Listen in Context
The army sent a battalion to help in the region.
A battalion usually has several companies.
The battalion was ready for the mission.
He served in a famous battalion during the war.