How to Pronounce "ratchet"
word
ˈɹætʃət/, /ɹættʃət
RATCH-it
ɹˈætʃɪt
RATCH-it
Definition
A ratchet is a tool or mechanical part with a wheel and a toothed bar that allows movement in only one direction. 'Ratchet' can also mean something that gradually gets worse or more intense, or in slang, something or someone considered low-class or wild.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈɹætʃət/, /ɹættʃət
British English
ɹˈætʃɪt
Simplified Pronunciation
US
RATCH-it
UK
RATCH-it
Listen in Context
He used a ratchet to tighten the bolt.
The door uses a ratchet mechanism to lock.
The problem started to ratchet up last year.
Things just keep getting more ratchet in this neighborhood.