How to Pronounce "tuck up"
expression
ˈtək/ /ˈəp
TUK-up
tˈʌk/ /ˈʌp
TUK-up
Definition
To fold or roll up clothes, especially sleeves or trousers, so they do not get in the way, or to arrange a blanket or bedding to cover someone warmly.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈtək/ /ˈəp
British English
tˈʌk/ /ˈʌp
Simplified Pronunciation
US
TUK-up
UK
TUK-up
Listen in Context
She tucked up her sleeves before washing the dishes.
I will tuck up the blanket so you stay warm.
The children tucked up their pants to play in the water.
Let me tuck you up before you go to sleep.