How to Pronounce "go to bat for"
expression
GOH tuh BAT for
guh-OH tuh BAT faw
Definition
To support or defend someone, especially when they are in trouble or need help.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈɡoʊ/ /ˈtu/, /tə/, /tɪ/ /ˈbæt/ /ˈfɔɹ/, /fɝ/, /fɹɝ
British English
ɡˈəʊ/ /tˈuː/ /bˈæt/ /fˈɔː
Simplified Pronunciation
US
GOH tuh BAT for
UK
guh-OH tuh BAT faw
Listen in Context
I will go to bat for you if you need help.
She always goes to bat for her friends.
My teacher went to bat for me when I was in trouble.
You can always count on Sarah to go to bat for her team.