to become so emotional that you are unable to speak clearly · to feel overcome by strong emotion
Ever been watching a super touching movie or listening to a heartfelt speech and suddenly felt like your throat was closing up? 🥺 That's 'to get choked up'! It's when your emotions are so strong that speaking becomes a struggle, often from sadness, deep appreciation, or even overwhelming joy.
💡 **Pro-Tip!** This phrase perfectly captures those moments when emotions hit you hard and silence becomes your only option. It's often used with 'a little' or 'a bit' to soften it, like 'I got a little choked up'. Don't worry, it happens to the best of us! 😉
When would you typically say, "I got choked up"? A. When you're celebrating a massive achievement with loud cheers. B. When you're watching a very emotional reunion and tears well up. C. When you're explaining a complex technical problem to a colleague.