How to Pronounce "ease up"
expression
ˈiz/ /ˈəp
EEZ-UP
ˈiːz/ /ˈʌp
EEZ-UP
Definition
To become less strict, intense, or severe; to relax or slow down. Often used to tell someone to be less serious or to reduce pressure.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈiz/ /ˈəp
British English
ˈiːz/ /ˈʌp
Simplified Pronunciation
US
EEZ-UP
UK
EEZ-UP
Listen in Context
You should ease up and take a break.
Please ease up on the pressure.
The rain finally started to ease up.
Hey, ease up! I was just kidding.