How to Pronounce "caught up in"
expression
ˈkɑt/, /ˈkɔt/ /ˈəp/ /ˈɪn/, /ɪn
KAWT-UP-IN or KAHT-UP-IN
kˈɔːt/ /ˈʌp/ /ˈɪn
KAWT-UP-IN
Definition
To be deeply involved, absorbed, or stuck in something, often without intending to be. This can refer to being busy, distracted, or emotionally affected by a situation.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈkɑt/, /ˈkɔt/ /ˈəp/ /ˈɪn/, /ɪn
British English
kˈɔːt/ /ˈʌp/ /ˈɪn
Simplified Pronunciation
US
KAWT-UP-IN or KAHT-UP-IN
UK
KAWT-UP-IN
Listen in Context
She got caught up in her homework and forgot the time.
He was caught up in a traffic jam for hours.
Don't get caught up in arguments online.
I got so caught up in the movie that I didn't hear my phone ring.