Como Pronunciar "run up against"
expression
RUN-uhp-uh-GAYNST
ruhn-UHP-uh-GENST
Definição
To unexpectedly face a problem, difficulty, or obstacle while trying to achieve something.
Transcrição IPA
Inglês Americano
ˈɹən/ /ˈəp/ /əˈɡeɪnst/, /əˈɡɛnst
Inglês Britânico
ɹˈʌn/ /ˈʌp/ /ɐɡˈɛnst
Pronúncia Simplificada
EUA
RUN-uhp-uh-GAYNST
UK
ruhn-UHP-uh-GENST
Ouça em Contexto
We ran up against some problems during the project.
If you run up against any trouble, let me know.
New businesses often run up against unexpected costs.
You might run up against some resistance when you suggest new ideas.