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UK//ʌp əˈbʌv//US//ʌp əˈbʌv//

Meaning of Up above

At a higher position than something else.

In simple words: Higher than something else.

Up above in a sentence

  • The stars twinkled brightly up above in the night sky.
  • They looked up above at the beautiful ceiling of the cathedral.
  • The children pointed at the airplane flying up above.
  • There was a sense of calm when I stared up above at the clouds.
  • He hung a painting up above the fireplace.
  • She could see the mountains standing up above the valley.

How to use Up above

Use ‘up above’ to refer to something located at a higher position or elevation. Commonly used in both spoken and written English.

Grammar pattern

standalone phrase

Memory hint

Imagine a balloon floating up above the ground.

Related words

Collocations with Up above

  • look up above
  • fly up above
  • hanging up above

Synonyms for Up above

Common mistakes with Up above

  • Confused with 'above' without 'up'.
  • Used incorrectly in a downward context.

Compare Up above with Higher, Upwards

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Frequently asked questions about Up above

What does Up above mean?

Higher than something else.

What is the definition of Up above?

At a higher position than something else.

How do you use Up above in a sentence?

The stars twinkled brightly up above in the night sky.

Can you give another example of Up above?

They looked up above at the beautiful ceiling of the cathedral.

What are synonyms for Up above?

Common alternatives include overhead, higher, aloft, upwards, on high.

What words go with Up above?

It commonly pairs with look up above, fly up above, hanging up above.

What are common mistakes when using Up above?

Confused with 'above' without 'up'. Used incorrectly in a downward context.

How do you pronounce Up above?

US: //ʌp əˈbʌv//, UK: //ʌp əˈbʌv//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use Up above?

Use ‘up above’ to refer to something located at a higher position or elevation. Commonly used in both spoken and written English.