How to Pronounce Punch-up

To pronounce "punch-up", say PUNCH-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

8

Letters

PUNCH-up

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💡 Tip for remembering “punch-up”

"punch-up" has 2 syllables: punch-up.

What does punch-up mean?

noun

  1. A fight with the fists.

verb

  1. To attack or target a group of greater power and/or status than oneself.

Synonyms

boxingfightfistfightfisticuffs

Antonyms

punch down

Related words

punchupfisticuffingpunchingpunchfisticuffsfistfightgetup

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "punch-up"?▾

"Punch-up" has 2 syllables: punch · up.

What does "punch-up" mean?▾

Punch-up: A fight with the fists.

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