How to Pronounce "cook up"
expression
ˈkʊk/ /ˈəp
KUUK-UP
kˈʊk/ /ˈʌp
KUUK-UP
Definition
To quickly prepare food, or to invent a story, excuse, or plan, often in a dishonest way.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈkʊk/ /ˈəp
British English
kˈʊk/ /ˈʌp
Simplified Pronunciation
US
KUUK-UP
UK
KUUK-UP
Listen in Context
I will cook up some pasta for dinner.
She tried to cook up an excuse for being late.
They wanted to cook up a simple meal before the meeting.
He managed to cook up a story that fooled everyone.