How to Pronounce "bust up"
expression
ˈbəst/ /ˈəp
BUHST-UP
bˈʌst/ /ˈʌp
BUST-UP
Definition
A 'bust up' means a serious argument, often resulting in the end of a relationship or friendship. It can refer to a fight or the breakup itself.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈbəst/ /ˈəp
British English
bˈʌst/ /ˈʌp
Simplified Pronunciation
US
BUHST-UP
UK
BUST-UP
Listen in Context
They had a bust up last night.
The bust up ended their friendship.
After the bust up, they stopped talking.
There was a big bust up between the brothers over money.