How to Pronounce "listen up"
expression
ˈɫɪsən/ /ˈəp
LIS-uhn-UP
lˈɪsən/ /ˈʌp
LIS-uhn-UP
Definition
Used to tell people to pay attention and listen carefully, often before giving important information or instructions.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈɫɪsən/ /ˈəp
British English
lˈɪsən/ /ˈʌp
Simplified Pronunciation
US
LIS-uhn-UP
UK
LIS-uhn-UP
Listen in Context
Listen up, everyone!
Kids, listen up before we start the game.
Please listen up for the instructions.
Hey, guys, listen up—there's something you need to know.