How to Pronounce "battened"
word
ˈbætən
BAT-en
bˈætənd
BAT-uhnd
Definition
Made secure or reinforced with battens (long strips of wood or metal), usually to protect something from damage, especially during storms.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈbætən
British English
bˈætənd
Simplified Pronunciation
US
BAT-en
UK
BAT-uhnd
Listen in Context
The windows were battened before the hurricane arrived.
The boat was battened to keep it safe during the storm.
The shed was battened against strong winds.
We battened everything down before leaving for the night.