How to Pronounce "upward"
word
/ˈəpwɝd/
UHP-wurd
/ˈʌpwəd/
UP-wuhd
Definition
Towards a higher place, level, or position; moving or directed up.
IPA Transcription
American English
/ˈəpwɝd/
British English
/ˈʌpwəd/
Simplified Pronunciation
US
UHP-wurd
UK
UP-wuhd
Listen in Context
The elevator moved upward to the tenth floor.
The ball bounced upward after hitting the ground.
Look upward and you will see the stars.
There's been an upward trend in house prices this year.