Word Pronunciation & Dictionary

up to the mark

Word Rarity Common

Frequency: Zipf frequency 5.03 in modern English

Syllables: up- -to the -mark
IPA

22

Scrabble Score

11

Letters

4

Syllables

10

Unique Chars

Meaning

prep_phrase

Possessing adequate knowledge or skill.

prep_phrase

Performing as expected or desired; on one's toes.

Example Sentences

"He is up to the mark in literature and the arts, in history, and in public affairs."
"'Do you mind if I just pop in for a wee moment, Roy?' she asked. 'I expect that it's Miss Barrowford gardening, and it will save me writing. G.F.S. business, you know.' 'All right,' her husband replied. 'Only don't forget me and stay to supper.' 'The idea! As if I ever—I'll catch you up—or won't you come in too? You know her.' 'No,' he decided. 'If I do we shall be talking there for an hour. I won't go right on either. I'll just hang about in the middle distance to keep you up to the mark.'"

Questions

What does up to the mark mean?: Possessing adequate knowledge or skill.

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