How to Pronounce "run up against"
expression
ˈɹən/ /ˈəp/ /əˈɡeɪnst/, /əˈɡɛnst
RUN-uhp-uh-GAYNST
ɹˈʌn/ /ˈʌp/ /ɐɡˈɛnst
ruhn-UHP-uh-GENST
Definition
To unexpectedly face a problem, difficulty, or obstacle while trying to achieve something.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈɹən/ /ˈəp/ /əˈɡeɪnst/, /əˈɡɛnst
British English
ɹˈʌn/ /ˈʌp/ /ɐɡˈɛnst
Simplified Pronunciation
US
RUN-uhp-uh-GAYNST
UK
ruhn-UHP-uh-GENST
Listen in Context
We ran up against some problems during the project.
If you run up against any trouble, let me know.
New businesses often run up against unexpected costs.
You might run up against some resistance when you suggest new ideas.