How to Pronounce "press into"
expression
ˈpɹɛs/ /ˈɪntu/, /ɪnˈtu/, /ɪntə
PRESS IN-too, in-TOO, IN-tuh
pɹˈɛs/ /ˈɪntʊ
press IN-too
Definition
To push something or someone into a space using force; also, to force someone into doing something, often against their will.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈpɹɛs/ /ˈɪntu/, /ɪnˈtu/, /ɪntə
British English
pɹˈɛs/ /ˈɪntʊ
Simplified Pronunciation
US
PRESS IN-too, in-TOO, IN-tuh
UK
press IN-too
Listen in Context
I pressed the coin into the soft clay.
She was pressed into joining the team.
He pressed the button into the slot.
With no volunteers, they were pressed into service at the event.