How to Pronounce "bed down"
expression
ˈbɛd/ /ˈdaʊn
BED DOWN
bˈɛd/ /dˈaʊn
BED DOWN
Definition
To lie down to sleep, especially in a place that is not your usual bed or is temporary, like on the floor, outdoors, or in another unusual spot.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈbɛd/ /ˈdaʊn
British English
bˈɛd/ /dˈaʊn
Simplified Pronunciation
US
BED DOWN
UK
BED DOWN
Listen in Context
We had to bed down on the floor during the storm.
The campers bed down under the stars every night.
The horses bedded down in the stable for the night.
We didn't book a hotel, so we'll just bed down in the car tonight.