How to Pronounce "take up arms"
expression
TAYK-UHP-ARMZ
TAYK-UP-AHMZ
Definition
To get weapons and prepare to fight, usually in a war or conflict, especially when joining a cause or protesting against something.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈteɪk/ /ˈəp/ /ˈɑɹmz
British English
tˈeɪk/ /ˈʌp/ /ˈɑːmz
Simplified Pronunciation
US
TAYK-UHP-ARMZ
UK
TAYK-UP-AHMZ
Listen in Context
The soldiers were ready to take up arms to defend their country.
Many people decided to take up arms against the invading army.
They chose to take up arms in the name of freedom.
When their rights were threatened, the villagers were quick to take up arms.