How to Pronounce "put 'em up"
expression
ˈpʊt/ /əm/ /ˈəp
PUT-um-UP
pʊt/ /m̩/ /ˈʌp
put-MUP
Definition
A slang expression meaning 'raise your hands', usually demanded by someone in authority or jokingly when pretending to threaten someone. Often heard in old movies or playful situations.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈpʊt/ /əm/ /ˈəp
British English
pʊt/ /m̩/ /ˈʌp
Simplified Pronunciation
US
PUT-um-UP
UK
put-MUP
Listen in Context
The robber shouted, "Put 'em up!"
In the game, the children yelled, "Put 'em up!" and laughed.
"Put 'em up or I'll tickle you!" said Lucy, pretending to be a bandit.
He walked in and said, "Put 'em up!" just like in an old Western movie.