How to Pronounce "spark up"
expression
ˈspɑɹk/ /ˈəp
SPARK-uhp
spˈɑːk/ /ˈʌp
SPAAK-up
Definition
To start something quickly, especially to light a cigarette or to begin a conversation.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈspɑɹk/ /ˈəp
British English
spˈɑːk/ /ˈʌp
Simplified Pronunciation
US
SPARK-uhp
UK
SPAAK-up
Listen in Context
He went outside to spark up a cigarette.
They tried to spark up a conversation with the new neighbor.
She likes to spark up when she's stressed.
It’s not always easy to spark up a chat with strangers.