How to Pronounce "beholden"
word
bɪˈhoʊɫdən
bih-HOHL-duhn
bɪhˈəʊldən
bih-OHLD-uhn
Definition
If you are beholden to someone, you owe them because they have helped you or done you a favor. It means you feel obligated to return their kindness or help.
IPA Transcription
American English
bɪˈhoʊɫdən
British English
bɪhˈəʊldən
Simplified Pronunciation
US
bih-HOHL-duhn
UK
bih-OHLD-uhn
Listen in Context
I am beholden to my teacher for all her help.
He doesn't want to feel beholden to anyone.
She felt beholden to her friend for lending her money.
Politicians should not be beholden to big corporations.