How to Pronounce "crumple up"
expression
ˈkɹəmpəɫ/ /ˈəp
KRUM-puhl UHP
kɹˈʌmpəl/ /ˈʌp
krum-PUHL UP
Definition
To press or squeeze something, especially paper or fabric, into a messy, wrinkled, or folded shape. It often means making something small and untidy by crunching it together.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈkɹəmpəɫ/ /ˈəp
British English
kɹˈʌmpəl/ /ˈʌp
Simplified Pronunciation
US
KRUM-puhl UHP
UK
krum-PUHL UP
Listen in Context
She crumpled up the piece of paper and threw it away.
Please don't crumple up your homework.
He crumpled up his shirt in his bag.
Whenever I make a mistake, I just crumple up the page and start again.