Give a hang Meaning in English
expression
ˈɡɪv/ /ˈeɪ/, /ə/ /ˈhæŋ
GIV-uh-HANG
ɡˈɪv/ /æɪ/ /hˈæŋ
giv-uh-HANG
Definition
To care at all about something; usually used in the negative to mean not caring or not being interested in something.
Usage & Nuances
Very informal and a bit old-fashioned; almost always used in the negative, as in 'don’t give a hang.' Synonyms: 'give a damn,' 'give a hoot.' Rare in modern speech—more likely in literature or for humorous effect. Do not use in formal contexts.
Spanish: importar - interesarPortuguese (BR): ligar - se importarPortuguese (PT): ligar - importar-seChinese (Simplified): 在乎 - 关心Chinese (Traditional): 在乎 - 關心Hindi: परवाह करनाArabic: يهتمBengali: কেয়ার করা - পাত্তা দেওয়া (নেই)Russian: наплевать - всё равноJapanese: 気にする - 気にかける (しない)Vietnamese: quan tâm - để ý (không)Korean: 신경 쓰다 - 신경 안 쓰다Turkish: umursamak - takmak (umursamamak)Urdu: پروا کرنا - خیال رکھنا (نہیں کرنا)Indonesian: peduli - memperhatikan (tidak peduli)
Example Sentences
You can tell Jake doesn't give a hang about what happens next.
natural
I don’t give a hang about what they think.
basic
She doesn't give a hang about the rules.
basic
Most people just don’t give a hang about politics.
basic
Honestly, I couldn't give a hang if we’re late.
natural
He acts like he doesn't give a hang about his job anymore.
natural