How to Pronounce "leap up"
expression
ˈɫip/ /ˈəp
LEEP-up
lˈiːp/ /ˈʌp
LEEP-up
Definition
To jump quickly up from a lower position, often because of surprise, excitement, or energy.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈɫip/ /ˈəp
British English
lˈiːp/ /ˈʌp
Simplified Pronunciation
US
LEEP-up
UK
LEEP-up
Listen in Context
The cat suddenly leaped up onto the table.
He leapt up when he heard his name.
The children leapt up to catch the ball.
She leapt up from her chair when she saw the spider.