How to pronounce Bataan
Say it like buh-TAHN. Bataan has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (TAHN).
- buh
- TAHN
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Bataan pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- buhKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
- TAHNSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ah" in father.
American vs British pronunciation of Bataan
- American English uses 2 syllables and British English 3.
British respelling: bat-ah-TAHN.
What does Bataan mean?
- A province of Central Luzon, Luzon, Philippines. Capital and largest city: Balanga.
Where does Bataan come from?
From Spanish Bataan, from Tagalog Bataan.
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Questions about saying Bataan
How do you pronounce Bataan?
Say buh-TAHN. The American pronunciation is /bəˈtɑn/. In British English it is /bætɑːˈtɑːn/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in Bataan?
Bataan has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (TAHN). Broken into parts: buh · TAHN.
Is Bataan pronounced differently in British English?
Yes. American English uses 2 syllables and British English 3. The British form is /bætɑːˈtɑːn/ (bat-ah-TAHN).
What words sound the same as Bataan?
Bataan sounds the same as baton, Bhutan in American English. The spelling and meaning are what tell them apart.