How to Pronounce "bang up"
expression
ˈbæŋ/ /ˈəp
BANG-uhp
bˈæŋ/ /ˈʌp
BANG-up
Definition
'Bang up' can mean to damage something badly by hitting it, or as slang, it can mean something is excellent or very good. In British slang, 'bang up' may also mean to put someone in prison.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈbæŋ/ /ˈəp
British English
bˈæŋ/ /ˈʌp
Simplified Pronunciation
US
BANG-uhp
UK
BANG-up
Listen in Context
He banged up his knee when he fell off his bike.
The car was banged up after the accident.
That was a bang-up job on your presentation!
The suitcase got pretty banged up going through the airport.