How to Pronounce "cloud up"
expression
ˈkɫaʊd/ /ˈəp
KLOWD-up
klˈaʊd/ /ˈʌp
kl-OWD-UP
Definition
To become cloudy, often referring to the sky when clouds start to appear and cover the sun. It can also be used metaphorically to talk about someone's emotions becoming troubled or sad.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈkɫaʊd/ /ˈəp
British English
klˈaʊd/ /ˈʌp
Simplified Pronunciation
US
KLOWD-up
UK
kl-OWD-UP
Listen in Context
The sky started to cloud up before the rain began.
It will cloud up this afternoon, so bring an umbrella.
When it clouds up, it often gets cooler outside.
Her face really clouded up when she heard the bad news.