How to Pronounce "drive batty"
expression
ˈdɹaɪv/ /ˈbæti
DRYV BAT-ee
dɹˈaɪv/ /bˈæti
dryv BAT-ee
Definition
To make someone feel very annoyed, frustrated, or slightly crazy, usually because of repeated or persistent behavior.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈdɹaɪv/ /ˈbæti
British English
dɹˈaɪv/ /bˈæti
Simplified Pronunciation
US
DRYV BAT-ee
UK
dryv BAT-ee
Listen in Context
My little brother's singing can drive batty anyone in the house.
All these loud noises drive batty me.
Doing the same boring job every day would drive batty anyone.
This never-ending paperwork is enough to drive batty even the calmest person.