hold meeting
Conduct gathering
शाब्दिक अर्थ: To physically grip a gathering of people
Use `hold a meeting` when you are the organizer responsible for a purposeful group discussion.
15 सेकंड में
- Organizing and leading a group discussion for a specific purpose.
- Implies the speaker is the host or the one in charge.
- Common in business, school, and organized community groups.
मतलब
To organize and conduct a formal or semi-formal gathering of people to discuss specific topics. It implies you are the one in charge of the event's logistics and flow.
मुख्य उदाहरण
3 / 6At the office
The manager decided to hold a meeting to announce the new project.
The manager decided to conduct a gathering to announce the new project.
School group project
Let's hold a meeting at the library to finish our presentation.
Let's organize a gathering at the library to finish our presentation.
Formal board room
The board will hold a meeting next Tuesday to vote on the merger.
The board will conduct a gathering next Tuesday to vote on the merger.
सांस्कृतिक पृष्ठभूमि
The phrase reflects the Western corporate emphasis on structured communication and 'holding space' for dialogue. It dates back to parliamentary and legal traditions where a leader would 'hold' a session to ensure order. Today, it is so common that it is used for everything from global summits to family budget discussions.
The Organizer Rule
If you say 'I am holding a meeting,' people expect you to have an agenda and lead the talk. Don't say it if you're just a guest!
Too Much Formality
Avoid using this for 'hanging out.' If you tell a friend 'Let's hold a meeting at the bar,' they might think you're going to fire them from the friendship.
15 सेकंड में
- Organizing and leading a group discussion for a specific purpose.
- Implies the speaker is the host or the one in charge.
- Common in business, school, and organized community groups.
What It Means
To hold a meeting means you are the host or organizer. You aren't just attending; you are making the meeting happen. Think of it like holding a party. You provide the space, the time, and the reason for everyone to be there. It suggests a sense of responsibility and leadership over the conversation.
How To Use It
You usually use this phrase when talking about the act of scheduling or leading. You can hold a meeting in person or virtually. Use it with a specific purpose, like hold a meeting to discuss the budget. It is a very active phrase. It shows that you are the one taking initiative. Don't worry about the physical word hold. You aren't actually touching anyone!
When To Use It
Use this in professional settings most often. It is perfect for the office or school projects. You can also use it for community groups or clubs. If you are texting a friend about a serious talk, it works too. For example, We need to hold a meeting about our vacation plans. It makes the gathering feel official and important. Use it when you want to ensure everyone stays focused on a goal.
When NOT To Use It
Do not use this for casual hangouts. You don't hold a meeting to watch a movie with your cat. Avoid it for quick, spontaneous chats in the hallway. If you are just grabbing coffee with a friend, it sounds too stiff. Using it for a date might make your partner think they are about to be fired! Keep it for times when there is an actual agenda or a specific problem to solve.
Cultural Background
In English-speaking business culture, holding a meeting is a daily ritual. It reflects a culture that values collaboration and group consensus. Historically, it comes from the idea of 'holding' court or 'holding' space. It implies that the person in charge is keeping the group together. It is a sign of authority. In modern times, we even hold meetings on Zoom while wearing pajama pants!
Common Variations
You might hear people say conduct a meeting or run a meeting. Conduct is very formal and sounds like an orchestra leader. Run is more common in fast-paced offices. You can also chair a meeting if you are the official leader. If you want to be casual, you might just say have a meeting. But hold a meeting remains the classic, most reliable way to describe the act of organizing a group talk.
इस्तेमाल की जानकारी
The phrase is neutral and safe for almost any professional or organized social context. Just remember that it implies structure; don't use it for a casual beer with friends unless you're being funny.
The Organizer Rule
If you say 'I am holding a meeting,' people expect you to have an agenda and lead the talk. Don't say it if you're just a guest!
Too Much Formality
Avoid using this for 'hanging out.' If you tell a friend 'Let's hold a meeting at the bar,' they might think you're going to fire them from the friendship.
The 'Meeting that could have been an email'
In English-speaking offices, there is a famous joke that people 'hold meetings' too often for simple things. Use this phrase sparingly to be a hero!
उदाहरण
6The manager decided to hold a meeting to announce the new project.
The manager decided to conduct a gathering to announce the new project.
Shows the manager is taking the lead and organizing the event.
Let's hold a meeting at the library to finish our presentation.
Let's organize a gathering at the library to finish our presentation.
Used to suggest a structured time for teamwork.
The board will hold a meeting next Tuesday to vote on the merger.
The board will conduct a gathering next Tuesday to vote on the merger.
Very official use for high-stakes decision making.
We need to hold a meeting about the dirty dishes in the sink!
We need to have a serious talk about the dirty dishes in the sink!
Uses formal language for a common domestic problem to add weight.
The neighbors held a meeting to discuss the new park construction.
The neighbors organized a gathering to discuss the new park construction.
Describes a collective action by a local group.
We held a family meeting to talk about Grandpa's health.
We organized a family gathering to talk about Grandpa's health.
Used when a serious, organized conversation is needed for emotional topics.
खुद को परखो
Choose the correct verb to complete the professional phrase.
The CEO wants to ___ a meeting regarding the annual bonuses.
`Hold` is the standard collocation used with `meeting` to mean organizing or leading one.
Identify the best context for this phrase.
It is most appropriate to 'hold a meeting' when you want to ___.
A meeting requires a purpose and a group of people discussing a specific topic.
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विज़ुअल लर्निंग टूल्स
Formality of 'Hold a Meeting'
Used with friends for serious topics
Let's hold a roommate meeting.
Standard office or school use
We need to hold a meeting.
Official corporate or legal events
The committee shall hold a meeting.
When to Hold a Meeting
Office Project
Planning the launch
Apartment Issues
Discussing the rent
Sports Team
Choosing a captain
Volunteer Group
Organizing a charity drive
अक्सर पूछे जाने वाले सवाल
10 सवालYes, have a meeting is very common and slightly more casual. Hold a meeting sounds more like you are the official organizer.
Use hold for the present or future, and held for the past. For example: 'We will hold a meeting tomorrow' vs 'We held a meeting yesterday.'
No, a meeting requires at least two people. If you are alone, you are just 'thinking' or 'planning.'
Not at all! You can hold a meeting in a park, a cafe, or even a group chat if the purpose is serious and organized.
It is very similar but much more formal. You would use conduct in a legal document or a very high-level corporate report.
They are close, but hosting often implies providing the food or the physical space, while holding implies managing the discussion itself.
Usually, no. Hold a meeting implies something more substantial. For a 5-minute talk, just say 'Let's have a quick word' or 'Let's touch base.'
Yes, it is standard in all major varieties of English, including American, British, and Australian.
This is a modern office trend where people literally stand up during the meeting to keep it short and energetic.
Yes, you can say 'We are holding a meeting via conference call' or 'on Zoom.'
संबंधित मुहावरे
Call a meeting
To officially request that a meeting take place.
Chair a meeting
To act as the official leader or moderator of a meeting.
Adjourn a meeting
To officially end a meeting.
Convene a meeting
A very formal way to say bring people together for a meeting.
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