To pronounce "higher-up", say HIGH-er-up — 3 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.
higher-up
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HIGH-er-up
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"higher-up" has 3 syllables: high-er-up.
"Higher-up" has 3 syllables: high · er · up.
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