How to Pronounce Upend

To pronounce "upend", say UP-end — 2 syllables, IPA /ʌpˈɛnd/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

5

Letters

/ʌpˈɛnd/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “upend”

"upend" has 2 syllables: up-end.

What does upend mean?

verb

  1. To end up; to set on end.
  2. To tip or turn over.

    “When he upended the bottle of water over his sleeping sister, the lid popped off and surprised them both.”

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "upend"?▾

"Upend" has 2 syllables: up · end.

What is the IPA transcription of "upend"?▾

The IPA transcription of "upend" is /ʌpˈɛnd/.

What does "upend" mean?▾

Upend: To end up; to set on end.

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