How to Pronounce "uppers"
word
ˈəpɝz
UHP-erz
ˈʌpəz
UP-uhz
Definition
"Uppers" can refer to the top parts of shoes, or, informally, to stimulant drugs that increase energy or alertness.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈəpɝz
British English
ˈʌpəz
Simplified Pronunciation
US
UHP-erz
UK
UP-uhz
Listen in Context
The uppers of my shoes are made of leather.
He repaired the uppers on my boots.
Some people use uppers to stay awake at night.
Can you fix the uppers or are these shoes ruined?