How to Pronounce "pony up"
expression
ˈpoʊˌni/ /ˈəp
POH-nee UP
pˈəʊni/ /ˈʌp
POH-nee UP
Definition
To pay money, especially when you are expected or required to do so, often reluctantly or after being reminded.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈpoʊˌni/ /ˈəp
British English
pˈəʊni/ /ˈʌp
Simplified Pronunciation
US
POH-nee UP
UK
POH-nee UP
Listen in Context
It's time to pony up for the pizza.
He refused to pony up until he saw the bill.
Everyone needs to pony up their share.
Come on, pony up—you lost the bet!