"Upon" Pronounce,Meaning And Examples

"Upon" Natural Recordings by Native Speakers

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"Upon" Meaning

1. At or in immediate connection with something (the end); closely or almost immediately. Examples: "She poured a glass of water upon his parched throat."
2. In addition to what already exists or has been said or done. Examples: "I don't have any money upon my account."

Often used to indicate a strong attachment or a consequence.

Example sentences:

- This is the house upon which we always dreamed.
- She said she loved him upon seeing his new watch.
- Life is precious, and we should fight for it upon any cost.

"Upon" Examples

Verb and Preposition Usage


1. Upon Opening the Gift, They Were Surprised

- In this sentence, "upon" is used as a preposition to indicate the immediate action that followed the opening of the gift. It shows the consequence of the action.

2. I Will Speak Upon This Matter at the Meeting

- Here, "upon" is used as a preposition. It indicates the subject or the point that the speaker intends to discuss at the meeting.

3. When She Rang the Bell Upon the Door, I Answered

- In this sentence, "upon" is used as a preposition before the prepositional object (the door). It indicates the place where the bell was rung.

4. The Solution Is Upon Us

- Here, "upon" is used as a preposition. It indicates the solution is approaching or is made available to them.

5. The Sun Rises Upon the Horizon

- In this sentence, "upon" is used as a preposition. It literally means something is located or happens in relation to a certain point.

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Exclusive or upper-class group of society, consisting of people who have a high social status or prestige.

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Upper

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1. Located at a higher position or level than another.<br>Example: "The upper floor of the building has a great view."<br><br>2. Higher in quantity or degree.<br>Example: "The upper crust of society consists of wealthy and influential people."<br><br>3. In mathematics, a term used to describe numbers greater than one.<br>Example: "The upper bound of the interval is 5."<br><br>4. In navigation, a steering command to turn a ship or plane to the right.<br><br>5. As a verb, to put or bring something to the top or a higher level.<br>Example: "Please upper the window to let in some fresh air."

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Uppercut

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An uppercut is a type of punch or kick in boxing, martial arts, or other combat sports, where the blow is thrown upwards towards an opponent's face or jaw, aiming to strike them under the chin or nose.