hugged
word · lemma: hug
Definition
Held someone closely in your arms, usually to show affection, comfort, or support. This is the past tense of 'hug'.
Usage & Nuances
"Hugged" is informal and common in everyday conversation. Used for expressing warmth or care, often with people you are close to. Common phrases include "She hugged me tightly" and "He hugged his dog." Distinct from "embraced," which is more formal or literary.
Spanish: abrazóPortuguese (BR): abraçouPortuguese (PT): abraçouChinese (Simplified): 抱了Chinese (Traditional): 擁抱了Hindi: गले लगायाArabic: عانقBengali: আলিঙ্গন করেছিল - জড়িয়ে ধরেছিলRussian: обнял - обняла - обнялиJapanese: 抱きしめたVietnamese: ômKorean: 안았다Turkish: sarıldıUrdu: گلے لگا لیاIndonesian: memeluk
Example Sentences
She hugged her mother before leaving.
basic
The boy hugged his dog tightly.
basic
They hugged each other after the game.
basic
I barely knew her, but she hugged me like an old friend.
natural
Everyone hugged when they heard the good news.
natural
He hugged her and promised things would get better.
natural