How to Pronounce "beat up"
expression
ˈbit/ /ˈəp
BEET-up
bˈiːt/ /ˈʌp
BEET-up
Definition
To hit someone repeatedly and badly hurt them. It can also mean something old or damaged, like 'a beat-up car'.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈbit/ /ˈəp
British English
bˈiːt/ /ˈʌp
Simplified Pronunciation
US
BEET-up
UK
BEET-up
Listen in Context
Three boys tried to beat up my brother after school.
The thieves beat up the man and stole his wallet.
My bike is so beat up that it barely works.
If you keep talking like that, someone might beat you up one day.