How to Pronounce "ham up"
expression
ˈhæm/ /ˈəp
HAM-up
hˈæm/ /ˈʌp
HAM-up
Definition
To perform or behave in an exaggerated, overly dramatic way, especially in acting or for comic effect.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈhæm/ /ˈəp
British English
hˈæm/ /ˈʌp
Simplified Pronunciation
US
HAM-up
UK
HAM-up
Listen in Context
He likes to ham up his stories to make people laugh.
The actor hammed up his character in the play.
Don't ham up during your presentation.
She really hams it up whenever there’s a camera around.