How to Pronounce "hold your hand"
expression
ˈhoʊɫd/ /ˈjɔɹ/, /ˈjʊɹ/ /ˈhænd
HOHLD yor hand, HOHLD yur hand
hˈəʊld/ /jˈɔː/ /hˈænd
HOHLD yaw HAND
Definition
To take someone’s hand in yours, usually as a sign of support, love, or comfort. Sometimes used figuratively to mean offering help or guidance.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈhoʊɫd/ /ˈjɔɹ/, /ˈjʊɹ/ /ˈhænd
British English
hˈəʊld/ /jˈɔː/ /hˈænd
Simplified Pronunciation
US
HOHLD yor hand, HOHLD yur hand
UK
HOHLD yaw HAND
Listen in Context
Can I hold your hand while we cross the street?
She likes to hold your hand when she feels scared.
I will hold your hand if you are nervous.
My mom always used to hold your hand at the doctor’s office when you were little.