Hang on: meaning, definitions and examples

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hang on

[ ˈhæŋ ɒn ]

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wait

To wait for a short time; to pause or delay for a moment.

Synonyms

hold on, pause, wait

Examples of usage

Hang on a moment, I'll be right back.
Hang on, I need to grab my keys before we leave.

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continue

To continue to hold on to something; to not let go.

Synonyms

cling, grasp, hold on

Examples of usage

Hang on tight to the railing so you don't fall.
Hang on to your hat, it's windy outside.

Translations

Translations of the word "hang on" in other languages:

🇵🇹 aguentar

🇮🇳 रुकना

🇩🇪 durchhalten

🇮🇩 bertahan

🇺🇦 триматися

🇵🇱 wytrzymać

🇯🇵 持ちこたえる (もちこたえる)

🇫🇷 tenir bon

🇪🇸 aguantar

🇹🇷 dayanmak

🇰🇷 견디다

🇸🇦 تمسك

🇨🇿 vydržet

🇸🇰 vydržať

🇨🇳 坚持 (jiānchí)

🇸🇮 zdržati

🇮🇸 halda áfram

🇰🇿 шыдау

🇬🇪 გამაგრება

🇦🇿 dözmək

🇲🇽 aguantar

Word origin

The expression 'hang on' originated from the idea of physically hanging on to something for support or stability. Over time, it evolved to also include the concept of waiting or pausing. The phrase has been commonly used in English language since the 19th century.