How to Pronounce "belt up"
expression
BELT-uhp
BELT-up
Definition
'Belt up' is an informal British English phrase meaning 'be quiet' or 'shut up.' It can also mean 'fasten your seat belt,' especially in a car.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈbɛɫt/ /ˈəp
British English
bˈɛlt/ /ˈʌp
Simplified Pronunciation
US
BELT-uhp
UK
BELT-up
Listen in Context
Please belt up before we leave.
The teacher told the class to belt up and listen.
It's safer if everyone belts up in the car.
Oh, belt up, I'm trying to concentrate!