How to Pronounce Upheld

To pronounce "upheld", say UPH-eld — 2 syllables, IPA /ʌpˈhɛld/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

6

Letters

/ʌpˈhɛld/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “upheld”

"upheld" has 2 syllables: uph-eld. It rhymes with compelled and unparalleled, if that helps it stick.

What does upheld mean?

verb

  1. To hold up; to lift on high; to elevate.
  2. To keep erect; to support; to sustain; to keep from falling

Words that rhyme with upheld

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

compelledunparalleledyelledimpelledpropelledmeldquelledheldswelleddispelledexpelledfelled

Related words

abidedaccededacceptedaccommodatedacknowledgedadheredadmittedadvocated

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "upheld"?▾

"Upheld" has 2 syllables: uph · eld.

What is the IPA transcription of "upheld"?▾

The IPA transcription of "upheld" is /ʌpˈhɛld/.

What does "upheld" mean?▾

Upheld: To hold up; to lift on high; to elevate.

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