up to
/ˈʌp ˈtuː/
Maximum, responsible
📚 Meanings
- 1.
Indicating a maximum limit, amount, or standard; as many as; not exceeding.
"The discount is up to 50%."
- 2.
Engaged in a particular activity; being the responsibility or decision of someone; well enough or capable enough to do something.
"It's up to you to decide."
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You can invite up to five guests to the party.
You can invite up to five guests to the party.
What are you up to this weekend?
What are you up to this weekend?
It's up to us to make a difference in the world.
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Frequently asked about up to
How do you pronounce up to?
up to is pronounced [/ˈʌp ˈtuː/]. You can hear a native pronunciation on Smoveth.
What does up to mean?
up to means "Maximum, responsible". See the meanings and examples higher up on the page for the full picture.
How difficult is up to?
up to is a Intermediate-level word.
Can you give an example sentence with up to?
Example: "You can invite up to five guests to the party." — used to mean "Maximum, responsible".
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