How to Pronounce "one up"
expression
ˈwən/ /ˈəp
WUN-UP
wˈɒn/ /ˈʌp
WON-UP
Definition
To have an advantage over someone, especially by being slightly better or ahead in competition or comparison.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈwən/ /ˈəp
British English
wˈɒn/ /ˈʌp
Simplified Pronunciation
US
WUN-UP
UK
WON-UP
Listen in Context
After winning the game, he felt one up on his friend.
She always tries to be one up in class discussions.
Getting here early gives you one up on the others.
He always wants to get one up on his coworkers by bragging about his skills.