How to Pronounce "cough up"
expression
ˈkɑf/, /ˈkɔf/ /ˈəp
KAWF up
kˈɒf/ /ˈʌp
KOF up
Definition
To give or pay something, usually money, unwillingly or with difficulty. It can also literally mean to bring something up from your throat when coughing.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈkɑf/, /ˈkɔf/ /ˈəp
British English
kˈɒf/ /ˈʌp
Simplified Pronunciation
US
KAWF up
UK
KOF up
Listen in Context
He finally coughed up the money he owed me.
The patient coughed up blood during the exam.
I don't want to cough up so much for a new phone.
Stop waiting—just cough up the truth already!