How to Pronounce "hang onto"
expression
ˈhæŋ/ /ˈɑntu/, /ˈɔntu
HANG-AHN-too, HANG-AWN-too
hˈæŋ/ /ˈɒntʊ
hang-ON-tuh
Definition
To hold something tightly or to keep something instead of giving it away or letting it go.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈhæŋ/ /ˈɑntu/, /ˈɔntu
British English
hˈæŋ/ /ˈɒntʊ
Simplified Pronunciation
US
HANG-AHN-too, HANG-AWN-too
UK
hang-ON-tuh
Listen in Context
Hang onto the railing when you go down the stairs.
Can I hang onto this book a little longer?
She always hangs onto old photos.
You should hang onto your receipt in case you need to return something.