How to pronounce uphold
Say it like up-HOHLD. Uphold has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (HOHLD).
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- up
- HOHLD
- Main stress
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- Unstressed
Uphold pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- upKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
- HOHLDSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "o" in go.
American vs British pronunciation of uphold
- The long o starts further forward in British English, closer to "uh-oo" than the American "oh".
British respelling: up-HOHLD.
What does uphold mean?
- keep or maintain in unaltered condition; cause to remain or last“preserve the peace in the family”“continue the family tradition”
- stand up for; stick up for; of causes, principles, or ideals
- support against an opponent“The appellate court upheld the verdict”
Where does uphold come from?
From Middle English upholden, equivalent to up- + hold.
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Words that rhyme with uphold
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Questions about saying uphold
How do you pronounce uphold?
Say up-HOHLD. The American pronunciation is /əpˈhoʊld/. In British English it is /əpˈhəʊld/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in uphold?
Uphold has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (HOHLD). Broken into parts: up · HOHLD.
Is uphold pronounced differently in British English?
Yes. The long o starts further forward in British English, closer to "uh-oo" than the American "oh". The British form is /əpˈhəʊld/ (up-HOHLD).