How to Pronounce "pump up"
expression
ˈpəmp/ /ˈəp
PUMP-uhp
pˈʌmp/ /ˈʌp
PUMP-up
Definition
To fill something with air using a pump, or to make someone feel more excited or enthusiastic.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈpəmp/ /ˈəp
British English
pˈʌmp/ /ˈʌp
Simplified Pronunciation
US
PUMP-uhp
UK
PUMP-up
Listen in Context
I need to pump up my bike tire before I ride.
Let’s pump up the party with some music!
He helps to pump up the team before big games.
Can you pump up this air mattress for me?