How to Pronounce "pair up"
expression
ˈpɛɹ/ /ˈəp
PAIR-up
pˈeə/ /ˈʌp
PAIR-up
Definition
To join together with another person to form a pair, often for an activity or task.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈpɛɹ/ /ˈəp
British English
pˈeə/ /ˈʌp
Simplified Pronunciation
US
PAIR-up
UK
PAIR-up
Listen in Context
Let's pair up for the project.
In class, students have to pair up to complete the assignment.
Can you pair up with him for the game?
Everyone, please pair up with someone you don't know yet.