How to Pronounce "rope up"
expression
ˈɹoʊp/ /ˈəp
ROHP-uhp
ɹˈəʊp/ /ˈʌp
ROHP-up
Definition
To attach oneself to a rope, usually for safety when climbing or hiking in dangerous areas. It means connecting to others or to equipment with a rope.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈɹoʊp/ /ˈəp
British English
ɹˈəʊp/ /ˈʌp
Simplified Pronunciation
US
ROHP-uhp
UK
ROHP-up
Listen in Context
We need to rope up before crossing the glacier.
The guide told us to rope up for safety on the mountain.
Before climbing, we always rope up together.
"Let's rope up before this next section—it's pretty sketchy ahead," the leader said.