How to pronounce uppy
Say it like UHP-ee. Uppy has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (UHP).
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- UHP
- ee
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Uppy pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- UHPSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "u" in cup.
- eeKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "ee" in see.
American vs British pronunciation of uppy
American and British speakers say uppy in essentially the same way: /ˈʌpi/ in the US and /ˈʌpi/ in the UK.
British respelling: UHP-ee.
What does uppy mean?
- Synonym of uppity.
- The act of being held up, e.g. carried on one's parent's shoulder or back.
Words that rhyme with uppy
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of uppy.
Questions about saying uppy
How do you pronounce uppy?
Say UHP-ee. The American pronunciation is /ˈʌpi/. In British English it is /ˈʌpi/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in uppy?
Uppy has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (UHP). Broken into parts: UHP · ee.
Do Americans and Brits say uppy the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈʌpi/ and the British form is /ˈʌpi/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.