How to Pronounce "live up to"
expression
ˈɫaɪv/, /ˈɫɪv/ /ˈəp/ /ˈtu/, /tə/, /tɪ
LIV up too, LIV up tuh
lɪv/ /ˈʌp/ /tˈuː
liv UP too
Definition
To meet or fulfill someone's expectations, standards, or hopes, especially when these are high. Often used when discussing promises, reputations, or ideals.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈɫaɪv/, /ˈɫɪv/ /ˈəp/ /ˈtu/, /tə/, /tɪ
British English
lɪv/ /ˈʌp/ /tˈuː
Simplified Pronunciation
US
LIV up too, LIV up tuh
UK
liv UP too
Listen in Context
He couldn't live up to his parents' expectations.
The movie did not live up to the hype.
Will the new phone live up to its promises?
It can be hard to live up to your own expectations sometimes.