How to Pronounce "soak up"
expression
ˈsoʊk/ /ˈəp
SOHK-uhp
sˈəʊk/ /ˈʌp
SOHK-up
Definition
To take in liquid, information, or an atmosphere; can mean literally absorbing something or fully enjoying an experience or place.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈsoʊk/ /ˈəp
British English
sˈəʊk/ /ˈʌp
Simplified Pronunciation
US
SOHK-uhp
UK
SOHK-up
Listen in Context
The towel will soak up the spilled water.
Plants soak up sunlight to grow.
He likes to soak up information by reading.
Let's go outside and soak up some sun!