Hang in there Meaning in English
expression
ˈhæŋ/ /ˈɪn/, /ɪn/ /ˈðɛɹ
HANG-in-THER
hˈæŋ/ /ˈɪn/ /ðˈeə
HANG-in-THAIR
Definition
Used to encourage someone to not give up and keep trying during a difficult situation.
Usage & Nuances
Informal, supportive; often said during tough times or stress. Similar to 'keep going' or 'don't give up,' usually spoken, not written. Not used for trivial problems.
Spanish: aguanta - resiste - mantente firmePortuguese (BR): aguenta firme - persista - mantenha-se fortePortuguese (PT): aguenta-te - mantém-te firmeChinese (Simplified): 坚持住 - 咬牙坚持Chinese (Traditional): 堅持住 - 咬牙撐下去Hindi: हिम्मत मत हारो - डटे रहोArabic: تماسك - اصبرBengali: ধৈর্য ধরো - হাল ছেও নাRussian: держись - не сдавайсяJapanese: 頑張って - 踏ん張ってVietnamese: cố lên - giữ vữngKorean: 버티다 - 힘내Turkish: dayan - pes etmeUrdu: ہمت نہ ہارو - مضبوط رہوIndonesian: bertahan - tetap semangat
Example Sentences
She told her friend to hang in there during exams.
basic
Just hang in there—you’re almost at the finish line!
natural
Work has been crazy, but I’m trying to hang in there.
natural
I know it’s tough, but hang in there, okay?
natural
Don't worry, just hang in there. Things will get better.
basic
I know life is hard now, but please hang in there.
basic