How to Pronounce "head up"
expression
HED-uhp
HED-up
Definition
To be the leader or person in charge of a group, project, or organization; often used for someone managing a team or department.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈhɛd/ /ˈəp
British English
hˈɛd/ /ˈʌp
Simplified Pronunciation
US
HED-uhp
UK
HED-up
Listen in Context
Sarah will head up the new marketing project.
Who will head up the committee this year?
I was asked to head up a small team for the event.
Tom's going to head up the design department starting next month.