How to Pronounce "smash up"
expression
ˈsmæʃ/ /ˈəp
SMASH-uhp
smˈæʃ/ /ˈʌp
sm-ASH-up
Definition
To break something into many pieces, often with force or as the result of a violent collision. It can also refer to a bad car accident that causes a lot of damage.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈsmæʃ/ /ˈəp
British English
smˈæʃ/ /ˈʌp
Simplified Pronunciation
US
SMASH-uhp
UK
sm-ASH-up
Listen in Context
He smashed up his phone when he dropped it on the ground.
They smashed up the old car for parts.
The boys smashed up the toys during the fight.
We had a huge smash up on the ice and wrecked our bikes.