Como Pronunciar "up against"
expression
UH-puh-GAYNST or uh-GENST
UP-uh-GENST
Definição
To be faced with a difficult problem, opponent, or situation; to be in direct competition or conflict with someone or something.
Transcrição IPA
Inglês Americano
ˈəp/ /əˈɡeɪnst/, /əˈɡɛnst
Inglês Britânico
ˈʌp/ /ɐɡˈɛnst
Pronúncia Simplificada
EUA
UH-puh-GAYNST or uh-GENST
UK
UP-uh-GENST
Ouça em Contexto
We're up against a tight deadline at work.
The team is up against a strong opponent in the final.
She is up against some tough choices.
Whenever we're up against big problems, we stick together.