How to Pronounce "upstream"
word
ˈəpˈstɹim
UHP-STREEM
ʌpstɹˈiːm
UP-STREEM
Definition
In the direction against the flow of a river or stream, toward its source. Can also refer to earlier stages in a process or supply chain.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈəpˈstɹim
British English
ʌpstɹˈiːm
Simplified Pronunciation
US
UHP-STREEM
UK
UP-STREEM
Listen in Context
The boat is moving upstream.
We walked upstream along the river.
Pollution upstream can affect the entire river.
A problem upstream in the process caused a big delay.