"tightens" 怎么发音

word

US

ˈtaɪtənz

TY-tənz

UK

tˈaɪtənz

TY-tənz

释义

To make something firmer, less loose, or more secure by pulling or pressing it; can also refer to making rules, controls, or restrictions more strict.

IPA 音标

美式英语

ˈtaɪtənz

英式英语

tˈaɪtənz

简化发音

美式

TY-tənz

英式

TY-tənz

语境中听

She tightens the lid on the jar to keep it fresh.

He tightens his belt before leaving the house.

The manager tightens the rules at work.

Every time it gets cold, the metal tightens a little bit.