How to Pronounce Upon

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

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2

Syllables

4

Letters

/əˈpɒn/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “upon”

"upon" has 2 syllables: up-on. It rhymes with paragon and liaison, if that helps it stick.

What does upon mean?

adverb

  1. Being the target of an action.

    “He was set upon by the agitated dogs”

preposition

  1. Physically above and in contact with.

    “Place the book upon the table.”

  2. Physically directly supported by.

    “She balanced upon one foot.”

Synonyms

onat

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Words that rhyme with upon

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

paragonliaisonautomatonfawnlexiconphenomenondrawndenouementdonbygonepylonwithdrawn

Related words

behindoveratopundersubjectabovearoundresting

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "upon"?▾

"Upon" has 2 syllables: up · on.

What is the IPA transcription of "upon"?▾

The IPA transcription of "upon" is /əˈpɒn/.

What does "upon" mean?▾

Upon: Being the target of an action.

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