Cool MateMeaning of Holding up
To support or maintain something in a raised position.
In simple words: to support or carry something
Holding up in a sentence
- She is holding up a sign at the protest.
- Can you hold up the wall while I fix it?
How to use Holding up
Used in various contexts. More formal contexts might use 'supporting' instead of 'holding up'.
Grammar pattern
holding up + object
Memory hint
Imagine someone 'holding up' a giant sign high in the air.
Related words
Collocations with Holding up
- holding up traffic
- holding up the roof
- holding up a building
Synonyms for Holding up
- supporting
- maintaining
- lifting
- bearing
- sustaining
Opposites of Holding up
- dropping
- lowering
- failing
Common mistakes with Holding up
- 'Holding up' confused with 'holding down'
- 'Holding up' used incorrectly in passive voice
- Omitting 'up' when it's needed
Holding up appears in
Holding up in other languages
- Arabicالعربية
رفع، دعم
لدعم أو حمل شيء
- Bengaliবাংলা
ধরে রাখা
কোনো কিছু ধরে রাখা বা সাপোর্ট দেওয়া।
- GermanDeutsch
Hochhalten, Stützen, Aufhalten
etwas stützen oder tragen
- SpanishEspañol
Sostener, Aguantar
Apoyar o cargar algo.
- Persianفارسی
نگه داشتن، بالا نگه داشتن
حمایت کردن یا بلند کردن چیزی
- FrenchFrançais
Soutenir
supporter ou porter quelque chose
- Hindiहिन्दी
सहारा देना
किसी चीज़ को सहारा देना या उठाना।
- ItalianItaliano
Tenere su
sostenere o portare qualcosa
- PortuguesePortuguês
Segurando
sustentar ou carregar algo
- RussianРусский
Поддерживать, держать
поддерживать или нести что-либо
- Urduاردو
سنبھالنا، سہارا دینا
کسی چیز کو سہارا دینا یا اٹھائے رکھنا۔
- Chinese中文
支撑着, 举着
把东西举起来或者撑住。
More phrasal verbs like Holding up
- Bearing
- Oh my god
An exclamation of surprise, shock, or amazement.
- Oh, god!
An expression of deep emotion, often used in surprise or frustration.
- Think, think, think
To have a particular opinion or belief about something.
- Gosh
An exclamation used to express surprise or wonder.
- Come on
A phrase used to urge or motivate someone.
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Frequently asked questions about Holding up
What does Holding up mean?
to support or carry something
What is the definition of Holding up?
To support or maintain something in a raised position.
How do you use Holding up in a sentence?
She is holding up a sign at the protest.
Can you give another example of Holding up?
The bridge is holding up a lot of weight.
What are synonyms for Holding up?
Common alternatives include supporting, maintaining, lifting, bearing, sustaining.
What is the opposite of Holding up?
Opposite meanings include dropping, lowering, failing.
What words go with Holding up?
It commonly pairs with holding up traffic, holding up the roof, holding up a building.
What are common mistakes when using Holding up?
'Holding up' confused with 'holding down' 'Holding up' used incorrectly in passive voice Omitting 'up' when it's needed
How do you pronounce Holding up?
US: //ˈhoʊldɪŋ ʌp//, UK: //ˈhəʊldɪŋ ʌp//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.
When should I use Holding up?
Used in various contexts. More formal contexts might use 'supporting' instead of 'holding up'.