How to Pronounce "workups"
word
ˈwɝːkˌʌps
WURK-ups
wˈɜːkʌp
WURK-up
Definition
A series of medical tests and examinations done to diagnose or understand a health problem. It can also be used more generally for any thorough investigation or evaluation.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈwɝːkˌʌps
British English
wˈɜːkʌp
Simplified Pronunciation
US
WURK-ups
UK
WURK-up
Listen in Context
The doctor ordered several workups to find out what was wrong.
Her cancer diagnosis was confirmed after a series of workups.
Children with unexplained symptoms often need multiple workups.
"All the workups came back normal, but I still feel off," she said.