How to Pronounce "battle of the bulge"
expression
BAT-uhl uhv thuh BULJ
BAT-uhl ov thuh BULJ
Definition
The phrase humorously refers to trying to lose weight, usually belly fat, through diet or exercise. It can also mean anyone's personal effort to stay fit or slim.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈbætəɫ/ /ˈəv/ /ˈðə/, /ðə/, /ði/ /ˈbəɫdʒ
British English
bˈætəl/ /ˈɒv/ /ðə, ði/ /bˈʌldʒ
Simplified Pronunciation
US
BAT-uhl uhv thuh BULJ
UK
BAT-uhl ov thuh BULJ
Listen in Context
Many people start the battle of the bulge in January after the holidays.
He joined a gym to fight his battle of the bulge.
She says the battle of the bulge never ends.
After seeing his old photos, Tom decided it was time to start the battle of the bulge.