How to Pronounce "rear up"
expression
ˈɹɪɹ/ /ˈəp
REER-uhp
ɹˈiə/ /ˈʌp
ree-UHP
Definition
When an animal, especially a horse, lifts its front legs off the ground and stands on its back legs. It can also mean a person suddenly standing upright, often in an angry or surprised way.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈɹɪɹ/ /ˈəp
British English
ɹˈiə/ /ˈʌp
Simplified Pronunciation
US
REER-uhp
UK
ree-UHP
Listen in Context
The horse suddenly reared up and neighed loudly.
When the dog saw the snake, it reared up in fear.
The statue of the lion is shown rearing up to protect its cubs.
The car's engine roared, making the crowd rear up in excitement.