How to Pronounce "pin down"
expression
ˈpɪn/ /ˈdaʊn
PIN-DOWN
pˈɪn/ /dˈaʊn
PIN-DOWN
Definition
To make someone give a definite answer or to clearly identify or define something. It can also mean to hold someone or something in place so they can't move.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈpɪn/ /ˈdaʊn
British English
pˈɪn/ /dˈaʊn
Simplified Pronunciation
US
PIN-DOWN
UK
PIN-DOWN
Listen in Context
Can you pin down the exact date of the event?
The police tried to pin down the suspect.
It is hard to pin down the meaning of this word.
We've been trying to pin down the cause of the problem for weeks.