How to Pronounce "crack up"
expression
ˈkɹæk/ /ˈəp
KRAK-up
kɹˈæk/ /ˈʌp
KRAK-up
Definition
To suddenly laugh a lot, often because something is very funny. Also, less commonly, it can mean to have a mental breakdown.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈkɹæk/ /ˈəp
British English
kɹˈæk/ /ˈʌp
Simplified Pronunciation
US
KRAK-up
UK
KRAK-up
Listen in Context
That joke made me crack up.
Every time I see that video, I crack up.
He always cracks up when his friend tells stories.
Man, you really crack me up with your impressions.