How to Pronounce "choke up"
expression
ˈtʃoʊk/ /ˈəp
CHOHK-uhp
tʃˈəʊk/ /ˈʌp
CHOHK-up
Definition
To become so emotional that it becomes hard to speak, often because of sadness or happiness.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈtʃoʊk/ /ˈəp
British English
tʃˈəʊk/ /ˈʌp
Simplified Pronunciation
US
CHOHK-uhp
UK
CHOHK-up
Listen in Context
She started to choke up while talking about her grandmother.
It's normal to choke up at a wedding.
He choked up during his speech.
I always choke up when I watch old family videos.