How to Pronounce "hunch up"
expression
ˈhəntʃ/ /ˈəp
HUNCH-up
hˈʌntʃ/ /ˈʌp
HUNCH-up
Definition
To bend your back and shoulders forward, making your body smaller, especially when you feel cold, afraid, or uncomfortable.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈhəntʃ/ /ˈəp
British English
hˈʌntʃ/ /ˈʌp
Simplified Pronunciation
US
HUNCH-up
UK
HUNCH-up
Listen in Context
The boy hunched up in his coat because he was cold.
Please don't hunch up your shoulders when you walk.
She hunched up in the corner, trying not to be seen.
Whenever it rains, I hunch up under my umbrella to stay dry.