Hand back Meaning in English
expression
ˈhænd/ /ˈbæk
HAND-BAK
hˈænd/ /bˈæk
HAND-BAK
Definition
To give something to the person or place it came from, especially something you have borrowed or been given temporarily.
Usage & Nuances
'Hand back' is slightly formal; often used in schools, work, or when returning borrowed items. Usually takes a direct object: 'hand back the book.' Not used for giving things for the first time.
Spanish: devolverPortuguese (BR): devolverPortuguese (PT): devolverChinese (Simplified): 归还Chinese (Traditional): 歸還Hindi: वापस देनाArabic: إعادةBengali: ফিরিয়ে দেওয়া - ফেরত দেওয়াRussian: вернуть - отдать обратноJapanese: 返すVietnamese: trả lạiKorean: 돌려주다Turkish: geri vermekUrdu: واپس کرناIndonesian: mengembalikan
Example Sentences
Please hand back the book when you finish reading.
basic
The teacher will hand back your test papers tomorrow.
basic
I need to hand back my friend’s umbrella.
basic
Don’t forget to hand back the keys before you leave.
natural
Can you hand back my phone when you’re done checking it?
natural
After the meeting, everyone handed back their visitor badges at the front desk.
natural