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How to pronounce:
batter
Definition:
(nou) a ballplayer who is batting (nou) a liquid or semiliquid mixture, as of flour, eggs, and milk, used in cooking
Phonetic Transcription:
ˈbætə
Examples:
Clip the ends and bruise them and beat the cake batter with them.
Pour the tea into the batter and stir.
This batter is now going to the fridge.
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Common mistakes of batter pronunciation
- Misplacing the stress: Some learners stress the second syllable, saying "batt-er" /ˈbæt.ər/. This is incorrect; the stress is on the first syllable. Tip: Remember to emphasize the "bat" in "batter" to pronounce it correctly.
- Confusing vowel sounds: Often, people pronounce "batter" with an "ah" sound, saying /ˈbɑː.tər/. In both US and UK English, the correct pronunciation uses the short "a" sound /ˈbæt.ər/. Tip: Practice saying "bat" to get the vowel sound right.
- Overemphasizing the final "r": In some accents, learners might pronounce the "r" at the end too strongly, resulting in /ˈbæt.ər/. This is especially common in non-rhotic accents. Tip: Keep the "r" soft and subtle, focusing on the "t" sound.
- Dropping the final "t": Some might say "batter" as /ˈbæ.ər/, omitting the "t" sound. This can lead to confusion with similar words. Tip: Ensure you pronounce the "t" clearly to distinguish "batter" from "batter" and "better."
- Mixing up with "batter" (verb): Learners sometimes confuse the noun "batter" /ˈbæt.ər/ with the verb "batter" /ˈbæt.ər/. Both are pronounced the same but used differently. Tip: Context is key; pay attention to how the word is used in sentences.