How to Pronounce "gear up for"
expression
GEER-up-for
GEER-up-for
Definition
To get ready or prepare yourself or something for a specific event or activity, usually by taking action or making plans.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈɡɪɹ/ /ˈəp/ /ˈfɔɹ/, /fɝ/, /fɹɝ
British English
ɡˈiə/ /ˈʌp/ /fˈɔː
Simplified Pronunciation
US
GEER-up-for
UK
GEER-up-for
Listen in Context
We need to gear up for the meeting tomorrow.
She is gearing up for her final exams next week.
The team is gearing up for the big game.
We’re all gearing up for the holiday rush at work.