How to Pronounce "benched"
word
ˈbɛntʃ
BENCHT
bˈɛntʃt
BENCHT
Definition
If a player is 'benched', they are not allowed to play in a game and must sit on the bench. More generally, it can mean someone is temporarily removed from participating in an activity, team, or job.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈbɛntʃ
British English
bˈɛntʃt
Simplified Pronunciation
US
BENCHT
UK
BENCHT
Listen in Context
He was benched for missing practice.
The coach benched her after the first half.
If you break the rules, you might get benched.
After making too many mistakes, he found himself benched for the rest of the game.