How to Pronounce "fatten up"

expression

ˈfætən/ /ˈəp

FAT-un UP

fˈætən/ /ˈʌp

FAT-un UP

Definition

To make someone or something gain weight by feeding them more food than usual. Often used for animals before they are sold or eaten, but can also be used humorously for people.

IPA Transcription

American English

ˈfætən/ /ˈəp

British English

fˈætən/ /ˈʌp

Simplified Pronunciation

FAT-un UP

Listen in Context

We need to fatten up the chickens before winter.

Grandma tries to fatten up her grandchildren with cookies.

Farmers fatten up cows before selling them.

You've lost weight! Let me fatten you up with a good meal.