How to Pronounce "tone up"
expression
ˈtoʊn/ /ˈəp
TOHN-uhp
tˈəʊn/ /ˈʌp
TOHN-up
Definition
To exercise in order to make your muscles firmer, stronger, and more defined, often without greatly increasing their size.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈtoʊn/ /ˈəp
British English
tˈəʊn/ /ˈʌp
Simplified Pronunciation
US
TOHN-uhp
UK
TOHN-up
Listen in Context
I go to the gym to tone up my legs.
These exercises will help you tone up your arms.
Swimming is a great way to tone up your whole body.
I really want to tone up before summer hits.