How to Pronounce "save up"
expression
ˈseɪv/ /ˈəp
SAYV-uhp
sˈeɪv/ /ˈʌp
SAYV-up
Definition
To gradually put aside money over time so you can buy or pay for something later.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈseɪv/ /ˈəp
British English
sˈeɪv/ /ˈʌp
Simplified Pronunciation
US
SAYV-uhp
UK
SAYV-up
Listen in Context
I'm saving up to buy a new phone.
She saved up all year for her vacation.
It's hard to save up when things are expensive.
I need to save up for a rainy day.