Cómo Pronunciar "suck up"

expression

ˈsək/ /ˈəp

SUHK-up

sˈʌk/ /ˈʌp

SUHK-up

Definición

To flatter or praise someone, especially someone in authority, in order to get something you want. Also, can mean to absorb or take something in (like a vacuum), but most commonly used for flattery.

Transcripción IPA

Inglés Americano

ˈsək/ /ˈəp

Inglés Británico

sˈʌk/ /ˈʌp

Pronunciación Simplificada

EE.UU.

SUHK-up

Escucha en Contexto

He always tries to suck up to the teacher for better grades.

Don’t suck up to your boss. Work hard instead.

The vacuum cleaner can suck up dust from the floor.

She’s always sucking up to her boss to get promotions.