How to Pronounce "straighten up"
expression
STRAY-tuhn UHP
stray-TUHN UHP
Definition
To make your body or posture straight, especially after being slouched, or to clean and organize a place like a room.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈstɹeɪtən/ /ˈəp
British English
stɹˈeɪtən/ /ˈʌp
Simplified Pronunciation
US
STRAY-tuhn UHP
UK
stray-TUHN UHP
Listen in Context
Please straighten up your back when you sit.
It's time to straighten up your room.
He told the kids to straighten up before visitors arrived.
If you straighten up a bit, you'll feel less tired.