How to Pronounce "up and at 'em"
expression
UHP-uhnd-AT-uhm
UHP-and-AT-uhm
Definition
This is an informal phrase used to wake someone up and encourage them to get started with their day or begin an activity energetically.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈəp/ /ˈænd/, /ənd/ /ˈæt/ /əm
British English
ˈʌp/ /ˈænd/ /ˈæt/ /m̩
Simplified Pronunciation
US
UHP-uhnd-AT-uhm
UK
UHP-and-AT-uhm
Listen in Context
Up and at 'em, kids, it's time for school!
Coach shouted, 'Up and at 'em!' before training started.
Grandpa says 'Up and at 'em!' every morning.
Come on, up and at 'em! We've got a lot to do today.