Use 'trip up' when someone physically stumbles, often by accident.

Physical Movement

Imagine someone tripping over something like a cord, helps remember how 'trip up' is used.

Visual Imagery

'Trip up' usually means the action was not intentional; it just happened.

When used in the context of questions, 'trip up' means the question is tricky or misleading.

'Trip up' can highlight an error or oversight in speech or action.

Use it to describe a situation where someone might be intentionally confused or mislead.

'Trip up' suggests something is preventing progress smoothly, like interruptions.

Indicates an event or action that has a detrimental effect on progress or plans.