How to Pronounce "sum up"
expression
ˈsəm/ /ˈəp
SUM-up
sˈʌm/ /ˈʌp
SUM-up
Definition
To give a brief and clear statement of the main points or ideas; to summarize something.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈsəm/ /ˈəp
British English
sˈʌm/ /ˈʌp
Simplified Pronunciation
US
SUM-up
UK
SUM-up
Listen in Context
Can you sum up the story in one sentence?
I will sum up the main points of today's lesson.
To sum up, everyone enjoyed the trip.
Let me sum up what we decided so far.