How to Pronounce "book up"
expression
ˈbʊk/ /ˈəp
BOOK-uup
bˈʊk/ /ˈʌp
BOOK-up
Definition
To reserve all or most of the available spots or tickets for an event, place, or service so that nothing is left. Often used when something becomes fully booked.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈbʊk/ /ˈəp
British English
bˈʊk/ /ˈʌp
Simplified Pronunciation
US
BOOK-uup
UK
BOOK-up
Listen in Context
The hotel was booked up for the holidays.
All the tables are booked up tonight.
The theater was booked up weeks in advance.
Sorry, the appointment schedule is already booked up next week.