How to Pronounce "move up in the world"
expression
MOOV UP in thuh WURLD
MOOV UP in thuh WURLED
Definition
To become more successful, wealthy, or respected, especially by advancing socially or professionally.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈmuv/ /ˈəp/ /ˈɪn/, /ɪn/ /ˈðə/, /ðə/, /ði/ /ˈwɝɫd
British English
mˈuːv/ /ˈʌp/ /ˈɪn/ /ðə, ði/ /wˈɜːld
Simplified Pronunciation
US
MOOV UP in thuh WURLD
UK
MOOV UP in thuh WURLED
Listen in Context
He worked hard to move up in the world.
Many people want to move up in the world and have a better life.
She hopes education will help her move up in the world.
After landing that big promotion, he really started to move up in the world.