How to Pronounce "stick 'em up"
expression
ˈstɪk/ /əm/ /ˈəp
STIK-um-UP
stˈɪk/ /m̩/ /ˈʌp
STIK-m-up
Definition
An informal command used (especially in movies or by robbers) to tell someone to raise their hands, usually during a robbery or a threat.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈstɪk/ /əm/ /ˈəp
British English
stˈɪk/ /m̩/ /ˈʌp
Simplified Pronunciation
US
STIK-um-UP
UK
STIK-m-up
Listen in Context
The robber shouted, "Stick 'em up!" to the bank staff.
On TV, the cowboy said "Stick 'em up" during the robbery scene.
Children laughed when their friend pretended to say "Stick 'em up!".
She pointed her finger like a gun and yelled, "Stick 'em up!" just for fun.