Como Pronunciar "prop up"
expression
ˈpɹɑp/ /ˈəp
PRAHP-ŭp
pɹˈɒp/ /ˈʌp
prop-UHP
Definição
To support something physically so it does not fall, or to support someone or something so it can continue, especially when it is weak or failing.
Transcrição IPA
Inglês Americano
ˈpɹɑp/ /ˈəp
Inglês Britânico
pɹˈɒp/ /ˈʌp
Pronúncia Simplificada
EUA
PRAHP-ŭp
UK
prop-UHP
Ouça em Contexto
We used a stick to prop up the broken fence.
She put a pillow behind his back to prop up his head.
The government tried to prop up failing banks.
He desperately needed friends to prop up his confidence.