How to Pronounce "hold your peace"
expression
HOHLD yor PEES
HOHLD yaw PEES
Definition
To remain silent and not express your opinion, especially when given a chance to speak. Commonly used in formal or traditional settings like ceremonies.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈhoʊɫd/ /ˈjɔɹ/, /ˈjʊɹ/ /ˈpis
British English
hˈəʊld/ /jˈɔː/ /pˈiːs
Simplified Pronunciation
US
HOHLD yor PEES
UK
HOHLD yaw PEES
Listen in Context
At the wedding, the priest asked if anyone objected or wanted to hold your peace.
If you don't speak now, you must hold your peace forever.
The judge told everyone to hold your peace until it was their turn to talk.
Now's your chance to object—otherwise, you'll have to hold your peace.