The word "bratten" is not a commonly known word and its spelling may seem confusing at first glance. However, it can be easily explained using IPA phonetic transcription. The word is pronounced as /ˈbrætn/, with a short "a" sound in the first syllable and a long "a" sound in the second syllable. The double "t" at the end of the word represents a stop consonant, which is pronounced by completely stopping the airflow in the mouth and then releasing it abruptly.
The word "bratten" is derived from the Middle English term "bratoun", which originated from the Old English word "brǣġetan". This Old English verb "brǣġetan" meant "to move quickly" or "to hasten". Over time, the word evolved into "bratoun" in Middle English, which referred to a quick or sudden movement. Eventually, "bratoun" transformed into "bratten" in Modern English, still retaining its sense of rapid movement.