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Have to hand it to Meaning in English

expression

HAV-tuh HAND-it-tuh
HAV-too HAND-it-too

التعريف

To acknowledge or praise someone for their effort, skill, or achievement, even if you didn't expect it or don't fully agree.

الاستخدام والفروق الدقيقة

Informal and usually positive. Used to show reluctant admiration or respect, often when someone impresses you but you didn't expect it. Commonly followed by 'someone' (e.g., 'I have to hand it to her'). Often used after a surprising success.

جمل نموذجية

I have to hand it to Sarah—she worked really hard on this project.

basic

You have to hand it to him; he never gives up.

basic

I have to hand it to you—that was a smart solution.

basic

You really have to hand it to her for staying calm under pressure.

natural

I don't like his style, but I have to hand it to him—he gets results.

natural

If nothing else, you have to hand it to them for trying.

natural