How to Pronounce "look up"
expression
ˈɫʊk/ /ˈəp
LUUK-UP
lˈʊk/ /ˈʌp
LUUK-UP
Definition
To try to find specific information, such as a word, fact, or person's contact details, usually in a book, online, or database. Can also mean to improve (when talking about situations or moods).
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈɫʊk/ /ˈəp
British English
lˈʊk/ /ˈʌp
Simplified Pronunciation
US
LUUK-UP
UK
LUUK-UP
Listen in Context
I need to look up his phone number.
Could you look up this word in the dictionary?
I often look up information online.
If you're not sure, just look it up.