How to Pronounce "sober up"
expression
ˈsoʊbɝ/ /ˈəp
SOH-ber UHP
sˈəʊbɐ/ /ˈʌp
SOH-buh UHP
Definition
To become no longer drunk, or to return to a clear and normal state after drinking alcohol. Can be used literally or to describe someone thinking more clearly after being emotional.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈsoʊbɝ/ /ˈəp
British English
sˈəʊbɐ/ /ˈʌp
Simplified Pronunciation
US
SOH-ber UHP
UK
SOH-buh UHP
Listen in Context
He drank too much and needs to sober up.
Coffee can help you sober up faster.
He took a cold shower to sober up.
Walk around outside for a while—it might help you sober up.