How to Pronounce Upward

To pronounce "upward", say UPW-ard — 2 syllables, IPA /ˈʌpwəd/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

6

Letters

/ˈʌpwəd/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “upward”

"upward" has 2 syllables: upw-ard.

What does upward mean?

noun

  1. The upper part; the top.

adjective

  1. Directed toward a higher place.

    “with upward eye; with upward course”

adverb

  1. In a direction from lower to higher; toward a higher place; in a course toward the source or origin

    “We ran upward”

  2. In the upper parts; above.

Synonyms

upwardsup

Antonyms

downdownwards

Related words

ascendingupascendantrisingupsidetopuphillabove

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "upward"?▾

"Upward" has 2 syllables: upw · ard.

What is the IPA transcription of "upward"?▾

The IPA transcription of "upward" is /ˈʌpwəd/.

What does "upward" mean?▾

Upward: The upper part; the top.

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