How to Pronounce "gear up"
expression
ˈɡɪɹ/ /ˈəp
GEER-up
ɡˈiə/ /ˈʌp
gee-UHP
Definition
To get ready for something by preparing yourself, collecting what you need, or putting on special equipment.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈɡɪɹ/ /ˈəp
British English
ɡˈiə/ /ˈʌp
Simplified Pronunciation
US
GEER-up
UK
gee-UHP
Listen in Context
We need to gear up before the storm hits.
The team will gear up for the big game tomorrow.
She is gearing up for her final exams.
Everyone's gearing up for the holiday rush at work.