How to Pronounce "holds"
word
/ˈhoʊɫdz/
hohldz
/hˈəʊldz/
hohldz
Definition
'Holds' is the third-person singular form of 'hold'. It can mean to keep something in your hand, contain a certain amount, keep something in a state, or organize an event.
IPA Transcription
American English
/ˈhoʊɫdz/
British English
/hˈəʊldz/
Simplified Pronunciation
US
hohldz
UK
hohldz
Listen in Context
She holds her baby's hand when they cross the street.
This bottle holds two liters of water.
Our school holds a sports day every spring.
He always holds the door for people behind him.