How to Pronounce "knock up"
expression
ˈnɑk/ /ˈəp
NAHK-uhp
nˈɒk/ /ˈʌp
NOK-uhp
Definition
In informal English, 'knock up' mainly means to make a woman pregnant (slang) in the US, or to quickly prepare something (especially a meal) in the UK.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈnɑk/ /ˈəp
British English
nˈɒk/ /ˈʌp
Simplified Pronunciation
US
NAHK-uhp
UK
NOK-uhp
Listen in Context
He accidentally knocked up his girlfriend.
Can you knock up some eggs for breakfast?
She was surprised to find out she was knocked up.
If you're hungry, I can knock up a sandwich in no time.