How to Pronounce "hold tight"
expression
ˈhoʊɫd/ /ˈtaɪt
HOHLD TITE
hˈəʊld/ /tˈaɪt
HOHLD TITE
Definition
To grip or grasp something firmly, often for safety. Also used figuratively to tell someone to be ready for something difficult or exciting.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈhoʊɫd/ /ˈtaɪt
British English
hˈəʊld/ /tˈaɪt
Simplified Pronunciation
US
HOHLD TITE
UK
HOHLD TITE
Listen in Context
Hold tight to the railing when you go down the stairs.
The driver told us to hold tight before the bus started moving.
Hold tight! This roller coaster goes very fast.
We’re about to turn sharply, so hold tight.