How to Pronounce Mess-up

To pronounce "mess-up", say MESS-up — 2 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

7

Letters

MESS-up

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💡 Tip for remembering “mess-up”

"mess-up" has 2 syllables: mess-up. It rhymes with precip and press-up, if that helps it stick.

What does mess-up mean?

noun

  1. A mistake or fiasco; something that has gone wrong.

Words that rhyme with mess-up

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

precippress-updress-upcresapescapjessop

Related words

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "mess-up"?▾

"Mess-up" has 2 syllables: mess · up.

What does "mess-up" mean?▾

Mess-up: A mistake or fiasco; something that has gone wrong.

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