upbringing
UHP-brih-ngihng
Upbringing (noun) means the way a person was raised and the values instilled in them during childhood. Example: “His strict upbringing taught him the value of discipline.”
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The way a person was raised and the values instilled in them during childhood.
"His strict upbringing taught him the value of discipline."
"She credits her grandmother for much of her upbringing."
How to use upbringing
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishHow and by whom someone was raised, including the habits and beliefs they picked up as a child.
Common pairings
strict upbringing
religious upbringing
a good upbringing
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- Plural
- upbringings
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Etymology
From Middle English upbringinge, from upbring plus -ing.
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Frequently asked questions
What does “upbringing” mean?
The word “upbringing” means the way a person was raised and the values instilled in them during childhood. In plain terms, how and by whom someone was raised, including the habits and beliefs they picked up as a child.
How do you pronounce “upbringing”?
“Upbringing” is pronounced UHP-brih-ngihng (/ˈʌpˌbrɪŋɪŋ/ in IPA).
How do you use “upbringing” in a sentence?
Here is “upbringing” used in a sentence: “His strict upbringing taught him the value of discipline.”
What part of speech is “upbringing”?
“Upbringing” is a noun.
Where does the word “upbringing” come from?
The word “upbringing” comes from Middle English. From Middle English upbringinge, from upbring plus -ing.
Is “upbringing” a common word?
“Upbringing” is an uncommon word in modern English, usually learned at around the B2 level.
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