Hang in Meaning in English
expression
ˈhæŋ/ /ˈɪn/, /ɪn
HANG-in
hˈæŋ/ /ˈɪn
HANG-in
Definition
To continue despite difficulties or to not give up; often said to encourage someone to stay strong through a hard time.
Usage & Nuances
Informal, usually used in spoken English as encouragement. Closely related to 'hang in there.' Never used for literal 'hanging.' Not used in formal writing.
Spanish: aguantar - resistir - mantener el ánimoPortuguese (BR): aguentar firme - segurarPortuguese (PT): aguentar firme - manter-se firmeChinese (Simplified): 坚持下去 - 挺住Chinese (Traditional): 堅持下去 - 撐住Hindi: हिम्मत रखना - डटे रहनाArabic: تماسك - اصبرBengali: ধৈর্য ধরো - টিকে থাকোRussian: держись - не сдавайсяJapanese: がんばって - 耐えてVietnamese: cố lên - kiên trìKorean: 버텨 - 견뎌Turkish: dayan - sabretUrdu: حوصلہ رکھو - جمع رہوIndonesian: bertahan - tetap semangat
Example Sentences
Just hang in. Things will get better soon.
basic
It’s a hard test, but try to hang in.
basic
Hang in and don’t give up hope!
basic
I know this year has been tough, but you’ve got to hang in.
natural
She told me to hang in while I look for a new job.
natural
Thanks for checking on me; I'm just trying to hang in.
natural