How to Pronounce "goof up"
expression
GOOF-uhp
GOOF-up
Definition
To make a mistake, often in a silly or careless way. Used informally when someone does something wrong or messes something up.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈɡuf/ /ˈəp
British English
ɡˈuːf/ /ˈʌp
Simplified Pronunciation
US
GOOF-uhp
UK
GOOF-up
Listen in Context
I goofed up on the test and got many answers wrong.
Be careful or you might goof up again.
He didn't mean to goof up; it was just an accident.
Sorry, I really goofed up this time. I’ll fix it.