How to Pronounce Uptown

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

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UPT-own

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💡 Tip for remembering “uptown”

"uptown" has 2 syllables: upt-own. It rhymes with frown and crown, if that helps it stick.

What does uptown mean?

noun

  1. The residential part of a city, away from the commercial center

adjective

  1. In the upper part of a town.
  2. (by extension) Of or relating to an affluent area or population.

adverb

  1. To or in the upper part of a town.

    “Let's go uptown and try out that new restaurant.”

Words that rhyme with uptown

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

frowncrowndownrenowntownletdownmeltdownbrown

Related words

downtowntownsizenorthnortherlyliberatedtontomidtown

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "uptown"?▾

"Uptown" has 2 syllables: upt · own.

What does "uptown" mean?▾

Uptown: The residential part of a city, away from the commercial center

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