How to Pronounce "fold your hands"
expression
ˈfoʊɫd/ /ˈjɔɹ/, /ˈjʊɹ/ /ˈhændz/, /ˈhænz
FOHLD yor HANDZ
fˈəʊld/ /jˈɔː/ /hˈændz
FOHLD yaw HANDZ
Definition
To bring both hands together, usually by crossing fingers or palms, often for prayer or to show patience, calmness, or waiting.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈfoʊɫd/ /ˈjɔɹ/, /ˈjʊɹ/ /ˈhændz/, /ˈhænz
British English
fˈəʊld/ /jˈɔː/ /hˈændz
Simplified Pronunciation
US
FOHLD yor HANDZ
UK
FOHLD yaw HANDZ
Listen in Context
Please fold your hands and close your eyes.
Children, fold your hands before dinner.
He folded his hands and waited quietly.
Whenever she prays, she folds her hands tightly.