Meaning of the word uptalk in English
What does uptalk mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
uptalk
US /ˈʌp.tɔːk/
UK /ˈʌp.tɔːk/
Noun
a manner of speaking in which declarative sentences are uttered with a rising intonation at the end, as if they were questions
Example:
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Her presentation was hard to follow because of her constant uptalk.
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Some people find uptalk annoying in professional settings.
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