How to Pronounce "upset"
word
/ˈəpˌsɛt/, /əpˈsɛt/
UHP-set (adjective), uhp-SET (verb)
/ʌpˈsɛt/
UHP-set (adjective), uhp-SET (verb)
Definition
Feeling unhappy, worried, or angry. 'Upset' can also describe an unexpected victory, especially in sports.
IPA Transcription
American English
/ˈəpˌsɛt/, /əpˈsɛt/
British English
/ʌpˈsɛt/
Simplified Pronunciation
US
UHP-set (adjective), uhp-SET (verb)
UK
UHP-set (adjective), uhp-SET (verb)
Listen in Context
She was upset after losing her favorite toy.
Try not to get upset about small things.
There was a big upset in the soccer game last night.
I'm really upset with how things turned out.