How to Pronounce "bulk up"
expression
ˈbəɫk/ /ˈəp
BUHLK uhp
bˈʌlk/ /ˈʌp
BULK UP
Definition
To gain muscle and become bigger or stronger, usually by eating more and exercising, especially with weight training.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈbəɫk/ /ˈəp
British English
bˈʌlk/ /ˈʌp
Simplified Pronunciation
US
BUHLK uhp
UK
BULK UP
Listen in Context
He wants to bulk up before summer.
She is bulking up by lifting weights at the gym.
Many athletes bulk up during the off-season.
I started eating more protein to bulk up for the football season.