How to Pronounce "swell up"
expression
ˈswɛɫ/ /ˈəp
SWEL-uhp
swˈɛl/ /ˈʌp
swEL-UP
Definition
To become larger or puffier than usual, often due to injury, infection, or an allergic reaction.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈswɛɫ/ /ˈəp
British English
swˈɛl/ /ˈʌp
Simplified Pronunciation
US
SWEL-uhp
UK
swEL-UP
Listen in Context
My ankle started to swell up after I twisted it.
Allergic reactions can make your face swell up.
The mosquito bite made his arm swell up.
If you eat peanuts and you're allergic, your throat might swell up quickly.