How to Pronounce "beat into"
expression
ˈbit/ /ˈɪntu/, /ɪnˈtu/, /ɪntə
BEET IN-too, BEET in-TOO, BEET IN-tuh
bˈiːt/ /ˈɪntʊ
BEET IN-tuh
Definition
To forcefully teach or make someone learn something by repeating it many times, sometimes using harsh methods. Often used figuratively for persistent teaching, not actual physical force.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈbit/ /ˈɪntu/, /ɪnˈtu/, /ɪntə
British English
bˈiːt/ /ˈɪntʊ
Simplified Pronunciation
US
BEET IN-too, BEET in-TOO, BEET IN-tuh
UK
BEET IN-tuh
Listen in Context
The teacher tried to beat into us the importance of honesty.
My parents beat into me the habit of saving money.
He had safety rules beaten into him at work.
Don't worry if you forget; they'll beat it into you during training.