How to Pronounce "post up"
expression
ˈpoʊst/ /ˈəp
POHST uhp
pˈəʊst/ /ˈʌp
PUHST up
Definition
In basketball, to 'post up' means to position yourself near the basket, often with your back to the defender, to receive the ball and try to score. Informally, it can also mean to take a strong or strategic position somewhere.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈpoʊst/ /ˈəp
British English
pˈəʊst/ /ˈʌp
Simplified Pronunciation
US
POHST uhp
UK
PUHST up
Listen in Context
He likes to post up near the basket for easy shots.
In basketball, players often post up against defenders.
The coach told him to post up more during the game.
You see him down low, ready to post up? Pass him the ball!