Hold still Meaning in English
expression
ˈhoʊɫd/ /ˈstɪɫ
HOHLD STIL
hˈəʊld/ /stˈɪl
HOHLD STIL
Definition
To remain completely motionless, usually for a short period, often so someone can do something (like take a photo or help you).
Usage & Nuances
Used as an instruction, often softly or kindly, especially to children or animals. Common in contexts like photos, medical exams, or haircuts. Alternative forms: "stay still." Not typically used for long durations.
Spanish: quedarse quieto - no moversePortuguese (BR): ficar parado(a) - não se mexerPortuguese (PT): ficar quieto(a) - não te mexasChinese (Simplified): 别动Chinese (Traditional): 別動Hindi: सीधे खड़े रहो - हिले नहींArabic: ابق ثابتًا - لا تتحركBengali: একদম স্থির থাকো - নড়াচড়া কোরো নাRussian: не двигайся - замриJapanese: じっとしていて - 動かないでVietnamese: giữ yên - đứng yênKorean: 가만히 있어 - 움직이지 마Turkish: kıpırdama - hareketsiz durUrdu: ہلنا مت - ایک جگہ ٹھہرے رہوIndonesian: diam saja - jangan bergerak
Example Sentences
Please hold still while I take your picture.
basic
Can you hold still so I can tie your shoes?
basic
The cat wouldn't hold still for the vet.
basic
Just hold still for a second—there's something in your hair.
natural
Kids, you need to hold still so I can finish cutting your hair.
natural
It's hard for me to hold still during a long meeting.
natural