How to Pronounce "liven up"
expression
ˈɫaɪvən/ /ˈəp
LY-vuhn UHP
lˈaɪvn/ /ˈʌp
LY-vn UP
Definition
To make something or someone more lively, energetic, or interesting.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈɫaɪvən/ /ˈəp
British English
lˈaɪvn/ /ˈʌp
Simplified Pronunciation
US
LY-vuhn UHP
UK
LY-vn UP
Listen in Context
Music can really liven up a party.
We need something to liven up the meeting.
He told a few jokes to liven up the conversation.
Some bright colors would really liven up this place.