How to Pronounce "lighten up"
expression
ˈɫaɪtən/ /ˈəp
LY-tuhn UHP
lˈaɪtən/ /ˈʌp
LY-tuhn UP
Definition
To become less serious, worried, or angry; to relax and enjoy things more, especially when you or someone else is being too serious.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈɫaɪtən/ /ˈəp
British English
lˈaɪtən/ /ˈʌp
Simplified Pronunciation
US
LY-tuhn UHP
UK
LY-tuhn UP
Listen in Context
You should lighten up and have some fun.
He told her to lighten up because she looked upset.
Try to lighten up; things are not that bad.
Come on, lighten up! It was just a joke.