Batter up Meaning in English
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.
Usage & Nuances
Informal, sports-related (especially American English). Used literally in baseball or as a playful way to tell someone their turn is coming. Often heard at youth games and in metaphorical team or work settings. Not used outside these contexts.
Spanish: ¡bateador listo! - turno del bateadorPortuguese (BR): batedor pronto! - vez do batedorPortuguese (PT): batedor pronto! - vez do batedorChinese (Simplified): 击球手准备Chinese (Traditional): 打擊者準備Hindi: बैटर तैयारArabic: الضارب جاهزBengali: ব্যাটার আপRussian: Баттер, на бэт!Japanese: バッター、スタンバイVietnamese: Đến lượt bạn đánh bóngKorean: 타자 준비Turkish: Sıradaki vurucuUrdu: بیٹر اپIndonesian: Pemukul siap
Example Sentences
The coach shouted, "Batter up!"
basic
It's your turn next—batter up!
basic
The announcer said, "Batter up for the home team."
basic
Don't be nervous—batter up!
natural
Alright, team, who's next? Batter up!
natural
When the manager announced the new project, she said, "Batter up—let's see who's ready."
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