How to Pronounce "pucker up"
expression
ˈpəkɝ/ /ˈəp
PUH-ker UP
pˈʌkɐ/ /ˈʌp
PUK-uh UP
Definition
To push your lips together and outward, usually in preparation to give a kiss or sometimes as a reaction to something sour.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈpəkɝ/ /ˈəp
British English
pˈʌkɐ/ /ˈʌp
Simplified Pronunciation
US
PUH-ker UP
UK
PUK-uh UP
Listen in Context
She told her son to pucker up for a goodnight kiss.
You need to pucker up when you eat a lemon.
He always makes a funny face and puckers up before kissing his dog.
Alright, pucker up—I'm going to give you a big kiss!