How to Pronounce "harden up"
expression
ˈhɑɹdən/ /ˈəp
HAR-dun UP
hˈɑːdən/ /ˈʌp
HAR-dun UP
Definition
To become emotionally tougher or face a difficult situation without complaining. Often used informally to tell someone to be strong.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈhɑɹdən/ /ˈəp
British English
hˈɑːdən/ /ˈʌp
Simplified Pronunciation
US
HAR-dun UP
UK
HAR-dun UP
Listen in Context
You need to harden up if you want to play on this team.
He told his son to harden up and stop crying.
Sometimes you have to harden up when life is tough.
"Come on, harden up! We’ve all had bad days," she said.