How to Pronounce "stir up"
expression
ˈstɝ/ /ˈəp
STUR-uhp
stˈɜː/ /ˈʌp
st-UR-up
Definition
To cause strong feelings or trouble, often by encouraging something to happen. It can also mean to mix something thoroughly.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈstɝ/ /ˈəp
British English
stˈɜː/ /ˈʌp
Simplified Pronunciation
US
STUR-uhp
UK
st-UR-up
Listen in Context
Don't stir up trouble at school.
The chef needs to stir up the soup before serving.
That movie always stirs up old memories for me.
Her speech stirred up a lot of debate online.