English Expression · Intermediate
wind up
To excite
Pronunciation: /waɪnd ˈʌp/
Meaning
To bring something to a conclusion or to reach a final state.
Example
The meeting finally wound up after three hours of discussion.
The meeting finally wound up after three hours of discussion.
Practice tips
- Practice wind 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.