How to Pronounce "create an uproar"
expression
kɹiˈeɪt/ /ˈæn/, /ən/ /ˈəˌpɹɔɹ
kree-AYT an UHP-roar
kɹiːˈeɪt/ /ˈɐn/ /ˈʌpɹɔː
kree-AYT un UHP-raw
Definition
To cause a lot of noise, strong reactions, or public excitement, usually because something surprising or controversial happens.
IPA Transcription
American English
kɹiˈeɪt/ /ˈæn/, /ən/ /ˈəˌpɹɔɹ
British English
kɹiːˈeɪt/ /ˈɐn/ /ˈʌpɹɔː
Simplified Pronunciation
US
kree-AYT an UHP-roar
UK
kree-AYT un UHP-raw
Listen in Context
The new law created an uproar among students.
The politician's comments created an uproar online.
The movie ending created an uproar among fans.
Raising the prices overnight really created an uproar in the city.