How to Pronounce "hold in"
expression
ˈhoʊɫd/ /ˈɪn/, /ɪn
HOHLD-IN
hˈəʊld/ /ˈɪn
HOHLD-IN
Definition
To stop yourself from expressing a feeling, sound, or reaction; to keep something inside and not let it out.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈhoʊɫd/ /ˈɪn/, /ɪn
British English
hˈəʊld/ /ˈɪn
Simplified Pronunciation
US
HOHLD-IN
UK
HOHLD-IN
Listen in Context
He tried to hold in his laughter during the class.
You shouldn't hold in your feelings.
She couldn't hold in her tears at the movie.
I always hold in my anger at work, but it's exhausting.