How to Pronounce "spit up"
expression
ˈspɪt/ /ˈəp
SPIT-up
spˈɪt/ /ˈʌp
spIT-UP
Definition
To bring small amounts of food or liquid out of the mouth, especially when referring to babies after feeding. It means to vomit a little, not forcefully.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈspɪt/ /ˈəp
British English
spˈɪt/ /ˈʌp
Simplified Pronunciation
US
SPIT-up
UK
spIT-UP
Listen in Context
Babies often spit up after drinking milk.
He spit up a little on my shirt.
Why do some babies spit up so much?
Don't worry, it's normal for newborns to spit up after feeding.