How to Pronounce "muck up"
expression
ˈmək/ /ˈəp
MUHK-up
mˈʌk/ /ˈʌp
MUHK-up
Definition
To make a mistake or do something badly, often ruining a plan or situation; to mess something up.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈmək/ /ˈəp
British English
mˈʌk/ /ˈʌp
Simplified Pronunciation
US
MUHK-up
UK
MUHK-up
Listen in Context
If you muck up your homework, you may have to do it again.
He always mucks up the kitchen when he cooks.
Try not to muck up the test this time.
I really mucked up my interview—I was so nervous I forgot my own name.