How to Pronounce "stranglehold"
word
ˈstɹæŋɡəɫˌhoʊɫd
STRANG-guhl-hohld
stɹˈæŋɡəlhˌəʊld
strang-GUHL-hohld
Definition
A stranglehold is a strong and complete control over something or someone, making it difficult for anything to change or move freely. It originally refers to a tight grip around the neck, but is mostly used for powerful influence or restriction.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈstɹæŋɡəɫˌhoʊɫd
British English
stɹˈæŋɡəlhˌəʊld
Simplified Pronunciation
US
STRANG-guhl-hohld
UK
strang-GUHL-hohld
Listen in Context
The company has a stranglehold on the local market.
His parents have a stranglehold on his decisions.
The army kept a stranglehold on power for years.
High prices have a stranglehold on families trying to save money.