How to Pronounce "benjamin button"
expression
ˈbɛndʒəmən/ /ˈbətən
BEN-juh-min BUH-tuhn
bˈɛndʒəmɪn/ /bˈʌtən
BEN-juh-min BUT-uhn
Definition
'Benjamin Button' refers to someone who appears to get younger as they get older, inspired by the character from the movie and story 'The Curious Case of Benjamin Button.' It's often used humorously for people who look younger than their age.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈbɛndʒəmən/ /ˈbətən
British English
bˈɛndʒəmɪn/ /bˈʌtən
Simplified Pronunciation
US
BEN-juh-min BUH-tuhn
UK
BEN-juh-min BUT-uhn
Listen in Context
Everyone says my uncle is a Benjamin Button because he never seems to age.
My friend jokes that she is a Benjamin Button because she looks younger every year.
He called the actress a Benjamin Button after seeing how young she looked.
Am I turning into a Benjamin Button if I still get asked for ID at my age?