How to Pronounce "choke back"
expression
ˈtʃoʊk/ /ˈbæk
CHOHK-BAK
tʃˈəʊk/ /bˈæk
CHOHK-BAK
Definition
To try hard not to let something, especially tears or emotions, show or come out.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈtʃoʊk/ /ˈbæk
British English
tʃˈəʊk/ /bˈæk
Simplified Pronunciation
US
CHOHK-BAK
UK
CHOHK-BAK
Listen in Context
She tried to choke back her tears at the airport.
He could not choke back his anger during the meeting.
She had to choke back a sob when she heard the news.
I had to choke back my excitement so I wouldn't ruin the surprise.