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Hold that

🇬🇧 UK //həʊld ðæt// 🇺🇸 US //hoʊld ðæt//

Meaning of Hold that

To keep something in a specific position or to ask someone to pause.

In simple words: Keep something in a particular position.

Hold that in a sentence

• Can you **hold that** for a moment while I grab my phone?
• Please **hold that** thought; I need to check something.
• I said, **hold that** until the meeting starts!
• Could you **hold that** up for everyone to see?
• During the presentation, make sure to **hold that** slide visible.

How to use Hold that

Use 'hold that' when asking someone to stop or pause, often in conversations or instructions. It is not typically used in overly formal contexts.

Grammar pattern

hold + object + that

Memory hint

Imagine holding a sign that says 'that' to remember to keep it in place.

Related words

Collocations with Hold that

• hold that thought
• hold that position
• hold that device

Synonyms for Hold that

• keep that
• pause that
• stop that

Common mistakes with Hold that

• 'Hold that' is often confused with 'keep that', but they have slightly different connotations.
• Learners may forget to include the object after 'hold that'.
• Some use 'hold that' incorrectly without context, making it unclear.

Frequently asked questions about Hold that

What does Hold that mean?

Keep something in a particular position.

What is the definition of Hold that?

To keep something in a specific position or to ask someone to pause.

How do you use Hold that in a sentence?

Can you **hold that** for a moment while I grab my phone?

Can you give another example of Hold that?

Please **hold that** thought; I need to check something.

What are synonyms for Hold that?

Common alternatives include keep that, pause that, stop that.

What words go with Hold that?

It commonly pairs with hold that thought, hold that position, hold that device.

What are common mistakes when using Hold that?

'Hold that' is often confused with 'keep that', but they have slightly different connotations. Learners may forget to include the object after 'hold that'. Some use 'hold that' incorrectly without context, making it unclear.

How do you pronounce Hold that?

US: //hoʊld ðæt//, UK: //həʊld ðæt//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use Hold that?

Use 'hold that' when asking someone to stop or pause, often in conversations or instructions. It is not typically used in overly formal contexts.