How to Pronounce "upholding"
word
əpˈhoʊɫdɪŋ
up-HOHLD-ing
ʌphˈəʊldɪŋ
up-HOHLD-ing
Definition
Upholding means supporting or maintaining something, like a law, a principle, or a standard, often in the face of challenge or difficulty.
IPA Transcription
American English
əpˈhoʊɫdɪŋ
British English
ʌphˈəʊldɪŋ
Simplified Pronunciation
US
up-HOHLD-ing
UK
up-HOHLD-ing
Listen in Context
The court is upholding the new law.
He is responsible for upholding the company’s values.
Teachers play a key role in upholding standards in schools.
By upholding her promise, she earned everyone’s respect.