hang
Significado: To attach something from above; to spend time casually
The word 'hang' means to attach something from above so it's supported from the top. It has various informal uses: 'hang out' means to spend time casually, 'hang on' means to wait, and 'get the hang of' means to learn how to do something. Past tense is 'hung' except for executions ('hanged').
Ejemplos
- I'll hang my coat on the hook. 我把外套挂在钩子上。Colgaré mi abrigo en el gancho.コートをフックに掛けます。코트를 후크에 걸겠습니다.
- Do you want to hang out this weekend? 这个周末你想出去逛逛吗?¿Quieres pasar el rato este fin de semana?今週末、遊びに行かない?이번 주말에 같이 놀래?
- Hang on a minute, I'll be right with you. 等一下,我马上就来。Espera un momento, enseguida voy.ちょっと待って、すぐに戻るよ。잠깐만 기다려, 금방 갈게.
Pronunciación
Guía de uso
Contexto: general
Tono: neutral
Origen e historia
From Old English 'hangian' (intransitive) and 'hōn' (transitive), of Germanic origin. The past tense 'hung' is regular, but 'hanged' is used specifically for execution by hanging — a rare case where English preserves a distinction in past tense forms.
Contexto cultural
Era: Modern
Generation: All ages
Social background: Universal
Historia y curiosidades
The past tense distinction (hung vs hanged) is a survival of older English grammar. 'Hanged' is only used when referring to execution by hanging.
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