How to Pronounce "stop cold"
expression
ˈstɑp/ /ˈkoʊɫd
STOP-KOHLD
stˈɒp/ /kˈəʊld
stop-KOHLD
Definition
To suddenly and completely stop, often very abruptly and without warning, usually because of a surprise, shock, or a sudden event.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈstɑp/ /ˈkoʊɫd
British English
stˈɒp/ /kˈəʊld
Simplified Pronunciation
US
STOP-KOHLD
UK
stop-KOHLD
Listen in Context
When he saw the snake, he stopped cold.
The car stopped cold in the middle of the road.
My heart stopped cold when I heard the news.
I was about to open the door but stopped cold when I heard a strange noise.