How to Pronounce "man up"
expression
ˈmæn/ /ˈəp
MAN uhp
mˈæn/ /ˈʌp
MAN up
Definition
To be brave, face a difficult situation, or act with courage, often used to tell someone to stop being afraid or sensitive. It sometimes suggests acting in a traditionally 'masculine' way.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈmæn/ /ˈəp
British English
mˈæn/ /ˈʌp
Simplified Pronunciation
US
MAN uhp
UK
MAN up
Listen in Context
Stop complaining and man up.
You need to man up and tell the truth.
It's time to man up and face your fears.
Come on, just man up and ask her out already!