How to Pronounce "cramp up"
expression
ˈkɹæmp/ /ˈəp
KRAMP-uhp
kɹˈæmp/ /ˈʌp
kramp-UP
Definition
When part of your body, usually a muscle, suddenly tightens painfully and you cannot move it easily. This can happen during exercise or if you stay in one position for too long.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈkɹæmp/ /ˈəp
British English
kɹˈæmp/ /ˈʌp
Simplified Pronunciation
US
KRAMP-uhp
UK
kramp-UP
Listen in Context
My legs always cramp up when I swim for too long.
If you don't drink enough water, your hands might cramp up.
Be careful not to let your foot cramp up during the race.
My fingers started to cramp up from typing all day at work.