How to Pronounce "ahold"
word
/əˈhoʊɫd/
uh-HOHLD
/əˈhəʊld/
uh-HOHLD
Definition
Used mainly in the expression 'get ahold of'. It means to contact someone, or less commonly, to take hold of something with your hand.
IPA Transcription
American English
/əˈhoʊɫd/
British English
/əˈhəʊld/
Simplified Pronunciation
US
uh-HOHLD
UK
uh-HOHLD
Listen in Context
I can't get ahold of my brother today.
She got ahold of the rope and pulled it.
Did you get ahold of the teacher?
I've been trying to get ahold of you all morning.