How Do You Spell CHOKE BACK?

Pronunciation: [t͡ʃˈə͡ʊk bˈak] (IPA)

The term "choke back" refers to holding back emotions or tears. The pronunciation of "choke" is /tʃoʊk/ and it refers to the act of struggling to breathe due to obstructions in the throat. Similarly, "back" is pronounced as /bæk/ and it means the rear part of anything. Together, "choke back" has a phonetic transcription of /tʃoʊk bæk/ and can be used to describe the act of trying to suppress or control strong emotions, such as sadness or grief.

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CHOKE BACK Meaning and Definition

  1. The phrase "choke back" is a verb phrase commonly used to describe the act of suppressing or restraining one's emotions, tears, or reactions in order to maintain composure or prevent their outward expression. The term "choke" within this context pertains to the involuntary constriction or obstruction of one's throat, often occurring in moments of intense emotion or stress. On the other hand, "back" implies exerting control or reining in those instinctive urges.

    When someone chooses to "choke back" their emotions or tears, they consciously attempt to hold them in, preventing them from escaping or being visibly shown to others. It is often used in situations where one aims to maintain a composed and collected demeanor despite experiencing strong feelings or profound sadness. People might "choke back" their tears, for instance, during a solemn occasion such as a memorial service or while receiving disappointing news.

    This phrase can also extend beyond emotions and encompass other aspects such as laughter or anger. By "choking back" laughter, individuals strive to contain or suppress their amusement, especially when doing so is considered more appropriate or respectful in a given setting. Similarly, one may "choke back" their anger or frustration to avoid confrontations or outbursts in certain situations.

    In summary, "choke back" signifies the deliberate effort to restrain or suppress one's emotions, tears, laughter, or anger, as a way of maintaining self-control or adhering to social norms.

Common Misspellings for CHOKE BACK

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Etymology of CHOKE BACK

The word "choke back" is a combination of two separate words - "choke" and "back".

1. "Choke" originates from the Old English word "aceocian" or "ceocian", which means "to suffocate" or "to strangle". It has Germanic roots related to the Middle Dutch word "koken" and German word "kochen", both meaning "to boil".

2. "Back" comes from the Old English word "bæc" which refers to the rear part of something. It has Germanic origins related to the Old High German word "bah" and Middle Dutch word "bac", both meaning "back" or "rear".

When combined, "choke back" means to suppress or restrain something forcibly, often related to emotions, feelings, or tears.

Idioms with the word CHOKE BACK

  • choke back To restrain or hold back one's emotions, tears, or laughter.

Plural form of CHOKE BACK is CHOKE BACKS

Conjugate verb Choke back

CONDITIONAL

I would choke back
you would choke back
he/she/it would choke back
we would choke back
they would choke back

CONDITIONAL CONTINUOUS

I would be choking back
you would be choking back
he/she/it would be choking back
we would be choking back
they would be choking back

CONDITIONAL PERFECT

I would have choke back
you would have choke back
he/she/it would have choke back
we would have choke back
they would have choke back

CONDITIONAL PERFECT CONTINUOUS

I would have been choking back
you would have been choking back
he/she/it would have been choking back
we would have been choking back
they would have been choking back

FUTURE

I will choke back
you will choke back
he/she/it will choke back
we will choke back
they will choke back

FUTURE CONTINUOUS

I will be choking back
you will be choking back
he/she/it will be choking back
we will be choking back
they will be choking back

FUTURE PERFECT

I will have choked back
you will have choked back
he/she/it will have choked back
we will have choked back
they will have choked back

FUTURE PERFECT CONTINUOUS

I will have been choking back
you will have been choking back
he/she/it will have been choking back
we will have been choking back
they will have been choking back

IMPERATIVE

you choke back
we let´s choke back

NONFINITE VERB FORMS

to choke back

PAST

I choked back
you choked back
he/she/it choked back
we choked back
they choked back

PAST CONTINUOUS

I was choking back
you were choking back
he/she/it was choking back
we were choking back
they were choking back

PAST PARTICIPLE

choked back

PAST PERFECT

I had choked back
you had choked back
he/she/it had choked back
we had choked back
they had choked back

PAST PERFECT CONTINUOUS

I had been choking back
you had been choking back
he/she/it had been choking back
we had been choking back
they had been choking back

PRESENT

I choke back
you choke back
he/she/it chokes back
we choke back
they choke back

PRESENT CONTINUOUS

I am choking back
you are choking back
he/she/it is choking back
we are choking back
they are choking back

PRESENT PARTICIPLE

choking back

PRESENT PERFECT

I have choked back
you have choked back
he/she/it has choked back
we have choked back
they have choked back

PRESENT PERFECT CONTINUOUS

I have been choking back
you have been choking back
he/she/it has been choking back
we have been choking back
they have been choking back

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