How to Pronounce "strike up"
expression
ˈstɹaɪk/ /ˈəp
STRYKE-uup
stɹˈaɪk/ /ˈʌp
stryke-UP
Definition
To begin something, often a conversation, relationship, or music. Commonly used for starting to talk to someone or initiating music.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈstɹaɪk/ /ˈəp
British English
stɹˈaɪk/ /ˈʌp
Simplified Pronunciation
US
STRYKE-uup
UK
stryke-UP
Listen in Context
He tried to strike up a conversation with her at the bus stop.
It's not easy to strike up a friendship when you're new in town.
The band will strike up at seven o'clock sharp.
She always manages to strike up interesting conversations with strangers.