How to Pronounce "drive up"
expression
ˈdɹaɪv/ /ˈəp
DRYV-uhp
dɹˈaɪv/ /ˈʌp
dryv-UP
Definition
'Drive up' can mean to increase something (usually prices or costs) quickly, or to arrive at a place by car.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈdɹaɪv/ /ˈəp
British English
dɹˈaɪv/ /ˈʌp
Simplified Pronunciation
US
DRYV-uhp
UK
dryv-UP
Listen in Context
Rising costs can drive up the price of food.
He drove up to the front door and parked.
Bad news can drive up insurance rates.
Every time demand rises, it seems to drive up the costs for everyone.