How to Pronounce "battalions"
word
bəˈtæɫjənz
buh-TAL-yunz
bɐtˈæliənz
buh-TAL-ee-uhnz
Definition
Groups of soldiers in an army, each usually consisting of several hundred people, organized as part of a larger unit. Sometimes used figuratively to mean a large organized group.
IPA Transcription
American English
bəˈtæɫjənz
British English
bɐtˈæliənz
Simplified Pronunciation
US
buh-TAL-yunz
UK
buh-TAL-ee-uhnz
Listen in Context
Three battalions were sent to defend the city.
The army divided into several battalions for the operation.
Two battalions marched through the fields.
Huge battalions of fans waited outside the stadium all night.