How to Pronounce "pluck up"
expression
ˈpɫək/ /ˈəp
PLUK-uhp
plˈʌk/ /ˈʌp
pl-UK-uhp
Definition
To force yourself to be brave and do something difficult or scary. Often used in the phrase "pluck up the courage" or "pluck up the nerve".
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈpɫək/ /ˈəp
British English
plˈʌk/ /ˈʌp
Simplified Pronunciation
US
PLUK-uhp
UK
pl-UK-uhp
Listen in Context
He tried to pluck up the courage to speak in class.
It took me weeks to pluck up the nerve to call her.
You need to pluck up the courage to ask for help.
She finally plucked up the courage to quit her job and travel.