Como Pronunciar "hunker down"

expression

HUNG-ker DOWN

HUNG-kuh DOWN

Definição

To settle in a safe position, often to protect yourself from danger or bad weather, or to prepare for a difficult situation. It can also mean to focus and stay in place for a period of time.

Transcrição IPA

Inglês Americano

ˈhəŋkɝ/ /ˈdaʊn

Inglês Britânico

hˈʌŋkɐ/ /dˈaʊn

Pronúncia Simplificada

EUA

HUNG-ker DOWN

HUNG-kuh DOWN

Ouça em Contexto

We need to hunker down before the storm arrives.

My family will hunker down at home during the winter snow.

The soldiers hunkered down and waited for help.

It’s best to hunker down and wait out the traffic jam.