How to Pronounce "patch together"
expression
ˈpætʃ/ /təˈɡɛðɝ
PATCH tuh-GEH-thur
pˈætʃ/ /təɡˈɛðɐ
PATCH tuh-GEH-thuh
Definition
To put something together quickly using whatever is available, often in a temporary or incomplete way. Can also mean to fix or organize something using mixed parts or ideas.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈpætʃ/ /təˈɡɛðɝ
British English
pˈætʃ/ /təɡˈɛðɐ
Simplified Pronunciation
US
PATCH tuh-GEH-thur
UK
PATCH tuh-GEH-thuh
Listen in Context
We had to patch together a tent using old blankets.
She tried to patch together a story to explain the problem.
They managed to patch together a meal from leftovers.
We didn't have a plan, so we just patched together something as we went.