How Do You Spell MUG UP?

Pronunciation: [mˈʌɡ ˈʌp] (IPA)

The term "mug up" is a British colloquialism which means to study or revise for an exam, often in an intensive manner. Its spelling is based on the pronunciation of the phrase, which is /mʌɡ ʌp/. The "m" is pronounced with a short "u" sound, followed by the "g" which is pronounced with a hard "g" sound. The second syllable "up" is pronounced with a short "u" followed by a "p" sound. While it may seem like an unusual term, "mug up" has been around since the early 19th century.

MUG UP Meaning and Definition

1. The term "mug up" is a phrasal verb that typically depicts an action of studying or reviewing intensively, with the aim of acquiring knowledge rapidly and efficiently. This phrase is commonly used in British English, particularly in informal contexts. It involves devoting concentrated time and effort to memorizing or familiarizing oneself with certain information, often before an impending examination or test.

   When someone decides to "mug up," they commit themselves to absorbing facts, figures, or concepts diligently. This can involve reading textbooks, notes, or other study materials, as well as engaging in various mnemonic techniques to enhance memory retention. Individuals might also resort to revisiting lecture recordings, attending review sessions, or participating in group study to reinforce understanding.

   The phrase can also emphasize the idea of cramming or studying intensely within a limited time frame, even under pressure. In such cases, "mugging up" often implies a concentrated burst of focused learning, with the aim of grasping as much knowledge as possible in a short period.

   Additionally, the term can extend beyond academia, occasionally referring to the act of reviewing and preparing for a task or event requiring knowledge or skills. For instance, someone about to deliver a speech might "mug up" on the topic, meticulously studying relevant material to ensure comprehensive understanding and confidence during the presentation.

   Overall, "mug up" denotes an intensive, purposeful, and often time-limited approach to studying, reviewing, or familiarizing oneself with information or skills.

Common Misspellings for MUG UP

• nug up
• kug up
• jug up
• myg up
• mhg up
• mjg up
• mig up
• m8g up
• m7g up
• muf up
• muv up
• mub up
• muh up
• muy up
• mut up
• mujg up

Etymology of MUG UP

The phrase "mug up" is believed to have originated from the British English slang term "mug", which means "to study or learn something intensively". The word "mug" in this context is derived from a colloquial use of the noun "mug", meaning "a person's face". The verb form "mug" was used to refer to someone who had their face buried in a book while studying. Over time, "mug up" came to mean studying or cramming for an exam or test, specifically in British and Canadian English.

Similar spelling word for MUG UP

• muck up.

Conjugate verb Mug up

CONDITIONAL

I would mug up

you would mug up

he/she/it would mug up

we would mug up

they would mug up

CONDITIONAL CONTINUOUS

I would be mugging up

you would be mugging up

he/she/it would be mugging up

we would be mugging up

they would be mugging up

CONDITIONAL PERFECT

I would have mug up

you would have mug up

he/she/it would have mug up

we would have mug up

they would have mug up

CONDITIONAL PERFECT CONTINUOUS

I would have been mugging up

you would have been mugging up

he/she/it would have been mugging up

we would have been mugging up

they would have been mugging up

FUTURE

I will mug up

you will mug up

he/she/it will mug up

we will mug up

they will mug up

FUTURE CONTINUOUS

I will be mugging up

you will be mugging up

he/she/it will be mugging up

we will be mugging up

they will be mugging up

FUTURE PERFECT

I will have mugged up

you will have mugged up

he/she/it will have mugged up

we will have mugged up

they will have mugged up

FUTURE PERFECT CONTINUOUS

I will have been mugging up

you will have been mugging up

he/she/it will have been mugging up

we will have been mugging up

they will have been mugging up

IMPERATIVE

you mug up

we let´s mug up

NONFINITE VERB FORMS

to mug up

PAST

I mugged up

you mugged up

he/she/it mugged up

we mugged up

they mugged up

PAST CONTINUOUS

I was mugging up

you were mugging up

he/she/it was mugging up

we were mugging up

they were mugging up

PAST PARTICIPLE

mugged up

PAST PERFECT

I had mugged up

you had mugged up

he/she/it had mugged up

we had mugged up

they had mugged up

PAST PERFECT CONTINUOUS

I had been mugging up

you had been mugging up

he/she/it had been mugging up

we had been mugging up

they had been mugging up

PRESENT

I mug up

you mug up

he/she/it mugs up

we mug up

they mug up

PRESENT CONTINUOUS

I am mugging up

you are mugging up

he/she/it is mugging up

we are mugging up

they are mugging up

PRESENT PARTICIPLE

mugging up

PRESENT PERFECT

I have mugged up

you have mugged up

he/she/it has mugged up

we have mugged up

they have mugged up

PRESENT PERFECT CONTINUOUS

I have been mugging up

you have been mugging up

he/she/it has been mugging up

we have been mugging up

they have been mugging up