How to Pronounce "tear up"
expression
ˈtɛɹ/, /ˈtɪɹ/ /ˈəp
TAIR-up or TIR-up
tɛə/ /ˈʌp
TAIR-up
Definition
To rip something into pieces, or to become emotional enough that your eyes fill with tears.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈtɛɹ/, /ˈtɪɹ/ /ˈəp
British English
tɛə/ /ˈʌp
Simplified Pronunciation
US
TAIR-up or TIR-up
UK
TAIR-up
Listen in Context
He tore up the letter after reading it.
Sometimes I tear up when I watch sad movies.
Please don’t tear up your homework.
When she saw the puppy, she started to tear up.