How to Pronounce "sex up"
expression
SEKS-uhp
SEKS-up
Definition
To make something or someone seem more sexually attractive or exciting, often through appearance or style. Can also mean making something more appealing or interesting in general.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈsɛks/ /ˈəp
British English
sˈɛks/ /ˈʌp
Simplified Pronunciation
US
SEKS-uhp
UK
SEKS-up
Listen in Context
They tried to sex up the old building with colorful lights.
The magazine cover was sexed up to attract more readers.
The company wants to sex up its new advertising campaign.
They really sexed up the report to make the data look exciting.