How to Pronounce "get a hold of"
expression
GET-uh-HOHLD-uhv
get-uh-HOHLD-ov
Definition
To successfully contact or reach someone; also, to obtain or grasp something physically or mentally.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈɡɛt/, /ˈɡɪt/ /ˈeɪ/, /ə/ /ˈhoʊɫd/ /ˈəv
British English
ɡˈɛt/ /æɪ/ /hˈəʊld/ /ˈɒv
Simplified Pronunciation
US
GET-uh-HOHLD-uhv
UK
get-uh-HOHLD-ov
Listen in Context
I tried to get a hold of my friend yesterday, but she didn't answer.
Can you get a hold of a hammer for me?
It's hard to get a hold of fresh fruit in winter.
Let me know if you get a hold of the tickets!