English Expression · Intermediate
vamp up
To remake
Pronunciation: say vamp up
Meaning
To improve, enhance, or make something more attractive or exciting.
Example
The director decided to vamp up the final scene with more dramatic lighting.
The director decided to vamp up the final scene with more dramatic lighting.
Practice tips
- Practice vamp up out loud — read the pronunciation guide above and repeat.
- Use it in your own sentence today; reuse beats rereading.
- Pay attention to context: this English expression is for intermediate-level learners.