How to Pronounce "take hold of"
expression
TAYK HOHLD uhv
TAYK HOHLD ov
Definition
To grab or grasp something firmly with your hand, or to start controlling something physically, emotionally, or metaphorically.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈteɪk/ /ˈhoʊɫd/ /ˈəv
British English
tˈeɪk/ /hˈəʊld/ /ˈɒv
Simplified Pronunciation
US
TAYK HOHLD uhv
UK
TAYK HOHLD ov
Listen in Context
Please take hold of the handle before lifting the box.
He took hold of the ball and ran.
Sarah took hold of my arm to help me up.
If you want to change your life, you have to take hold of every opportunity.