How to Pronounce "act upon"
expression
ˈækt/ /əˈpɑn
AKT uh-PAHN
ˈækt/ /əpˈɒn
AKT uh-PON
Definition
To do something as a result of information, advice, or an influence. It often means responding to a suggestion, instruction, or feeling by taking action.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈækt/ /əˈpɑn
British English
ˈækt/ /əpˈɒn
Simplified Pronunciation
US
AKT uh-PAHN
UK
AKT uh-PON
Listen in Context
You should act upon your doctor's advice.
The company will act upon the new regulations.
She didn't act upon his suggestion.
They finally decided to act upon the information they received.