How to Pronounce "bat an eyelid"
expression
BAT an EYE-lid
BAT un EYE-lid
Definition
To not show any surprise or emotion, especially in a situation where a reaction is expected.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈbæt/ /ˈæn/, /ən/ /ˈaɪˌɫɪd
British English
bˈæt/ /ˈɐn/ /ˈaɪlɪd
Simplified Pronunciation
US
BAT an EYE-lid
UK
BAT un EYE-lid
Listen in Context
When I told her the news, she didn't bat an eyelid.
He lost his job and didn't bat an eyelid.
They didn't bat an eyelid when the alarm went off.
She heard about the accident but didn't even bat an eyelid.