How to Pronounce "uptown"
word
/ˈəpˈtaʊn/
UHP-town
/ˈʌptaʊn/
UHP-town
Definition
A part of a city that is often located away from the center, usually to the north, and is often considered more residential or wealthy.
IPA Transcription
American English
/ˈəpˈtaʊn/
British English
/ˈʌptaʊn/
Simplified Pronunciation
US
UHP-town
UK
UHP-town
Listen in Context
My friend lives uptown.
We took a bus uptown.
I prefer shopping uptown.
Let's grab dinner uptown tonight—there are some great new restaurants.