How to Pronounce "hang around"
expression
ˈhæŋ/ /ɝˈaʊn/, /ɝˈaʊnd
HANG-uh-ROWN
hˈæŋ/ /ɐɹˈaʊnd
HANG-uh-ROUND
Definition
To stay in a place without a clear purpose, often just spending time or waiting for something to happen.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈhæŋ/ /ɝˈaʊn/, /ɝˈaʊnd
British English
hˈæŋ/ /ɐɹˈaʊnd
Simplified Pronunciation
US
HANG-uh-ROWN
UK
HANG-uh-ROUND
Listen in Context
I like to hang around the park after school.
Don't hang around here, it's not safe.
Many people hang around the bus station waiting for a ride.
Let’s hang around a bit and see if she shows up.