How to Pronounce "shore up"
expression
ˈʃɔɹ/ /ˈəp
SHOR-up
ʃˈɔː/ /ˈʌp
SHAW-up
Definition
To make something stronger or provide support, especially something that is weak or needs help to stay stable. It can refer to physical structures or less tangible things like systems or organizations.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈʃɔɹ/ /ˈəp
British English
ʃˈɔː/ /ˈʌp
Simplified Pronunciation
US
SHOR-up
UK
SHAW-up
Listen in Context
The workers used boards to shore up the damaged wall.
They want to shore up the old bridge before winter.
The government is trying to shore up the economy.
We had to shore up our plans after the unexpected delay.