How to Pronounce "can you hold"
expression
KAN-yoo HOHLD or kuhn-yoo HOHLD
KAN-YOO HOHLD
Definition
This expression is mainly used to politely ask someone to wait, especially when speaking on the phone. It can also be used in other situations where you need someone to pause or wait for a moment.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈkæn/, /kən/ /ˈju/ /ˈhoʊɫd
British English
kˈæn/ /jˈuː/ /hˈəʊld
Simplified Pronunciation
US
KAN-yoo HOHLD or kuhn-yoo HOHLD
UK
KAN-YOO HOHLD
Listen in Context
Can you hold for a moment while I check your file?
Sorry, can you hold while I get my manager?
Can you hold on the line, please?
Just a sec, can you hold while I pull up your account?