How to Pronounce "hold your own"
expression
HOHLD yur OHN
HUHLD yaw OWN
Definition
To be able to compete successfully, defend yourself, or perform as well as others in a difficult situation, often when facing strong competition or challenges.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈhoʊɫd/ /ˈjɔɹ/, /ˈjʊɹ/ /ˈoʊn
British English
hˈəʊld/ /jˈɔː/ /ˈəʊn
Simplified Pronunciation
US
HOHLD yur OHN
UK
HUHLD yaw OWN
Listen in Context
He can hold his own in a fight.
The young player holds her own against experienced athletes.
I was nervous at first, but I managed to hold my own.
She may not be the fastest runner, but she really holds her own out there.