How to Pronounce "batter up"
expression
ˈbætɝ/ /ˈəp
BAT-er UP
bˈætɐ/ /ˈʌp
BAT-uh UP
Definition
A phrase used in baseball to announce that the next hitter should get ready; sometimes used metaphorically to mean it's someone's turn to do something.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈbætɝ/ /ˈəp
British English
bˈætɐ/ /ˈʌp
Simplified Pronunciation
US
BAT-er UP
UK
BAT-uh UP
Listen in Context
The coach shouted, "Batter up!"
It's your turn next—batter up!
The announcer said, "Batter up for the home team."
Don't be nervous—batter up!