How to Pronounce "sight to behold"
expression
SYTE-tuh-bi-HOHLD
SYTE-too-bi-HOHLD
Definition
This expression describes something so impressive, beautiful, or remarkable that it is worth seeing.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈsaɪt/ /ˈtu/, /tə/, /tɪ/ /bɪˈhoʊɫd
British English
sˈaɪt/ /tˈuː/ /bɪhˈəʊld
Simplified Pronunciation
US
SYTE-tuh-bi-HOHLD
UK
SYTE-too-bi-HOHLD
Listen in Context
The fireworks last night were truly a sight to behold.
The snowy mountains at sunrise are a sight to behold.
Her wedding dress was a sight to behold.
When the cherry trees bloom, the park becomes a sight to behold.