English · Phrasal verb Attested

honey up

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Sense 1

Both English Tiếng Việt

Meaning · English

To make (something) sweet, pleasant or agreeable.

Nghĩa · Tiếng Việt

Làm cho (một thứ gì) ngọt ngào, dễ chịu

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Where it’s used: Used American English

She honeyed up her voice.

Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30)

Sources & notes

Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30 via kaikki.org).

Both English Tiếng Việt

Meaning · English

To cajole, suck up to or sweet-talk (someone).

Nghĩa · Tiếng Việt

Làm chiều lòng, nịnh bợ hoặc nói ngọt với (ai đó)

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Sources & notes

Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30 via kaikki.org).

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What does “honey up” mean?

To make (something) sweet, pleasant or agreeable.

Is “honey up” formal or informal?

honey up is generally informal.

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