How to Pronounce "kick up"
expression
ˈkɪk/ /ˈəp
KIK-up
kˈɪk/ /ˈʌp
KIK-up
Definition
To cause something to rise into the air by kicking or moving forcefully (like dust or mud), or to create a disturbance, commotion, or trouble.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈkɪk/ /ˈəp
British English
kˈɪk/ /ˈʌp
Simplified Pronunciation
US
KIK-up
UK
KIK-up
Listen in Context
The horses kick up a lot of dust when they run.
Please don't kick up any trouble while I'm gone.
The wind kicked up the leaves all over the yard.
She really kicked up a fuss when she got the wrong order.