Meaning
"Hang in there"는 어려운 상황이나 힘든 시기에 누군가에게 버티고 견디라는 의미로 사용되는 표현입니다. 이 표현은 상대방에게 어려운 시기를 잘 이겨낼 수 있도록 격려하고 응원하는 메시지를 전달합니다.
예를 들어, 친구가 직장에서 힘든 시간을 보내고 있을 때 "Hang in there"라고 말하면, 그 친구에게 지금의 어려움을 잘 극복할 수 있을 거라고 믿는다는 의미를 전하는 것입니다. 이처럼 "Hang in there"은 희망과 인내를 강조하는 따뜻한 말로, 상대방에게 힘을 주고 싶을 때 사용할 수 있습니다.
Similar words that you can use to expand your expression bank: carry on, follow through, tough it out, keep it up, gut it out.
Example
I'm so sorry to hear about your loss. I want you to know that I'm here for you, hang in there.
We're in the second half of the game now, so let's hang in there. This football team will persevere.
I know you haven't heard back from the company yet, but hang in there. When one door closes, another one opens. I truly believe that.
Isn't this family gathering stressing you out? I can't wait for it to be over, let's hang in there.
Quiz
What is an Idiom
An idiom is a phrase or expression that usually presents a figurative, non-literal meaning attached to the phrase. Idioms are not just used in conversations – they're also very common in literature, movies, and music. We utilize them to convey a message in a concise and effective manner, and often have deep cultural or historical significance. They help to create a vivid and memorable image in the minds of the audience.
Idioms are difficult because they do not mean what they literally state. Communication challenges emerge when you translate an idiom in your language; it will not make sense or if it does make sense you may miss the intended meaning.
How to Study Idioms
- Read them. Read books, newspapers, magazine articles, online articles for exposure in written material.
- Watch them. Watch TV shows and movies in English! There are so many streaming services available for you to choose from. Listen attentively and try to understand the context in which they are used.
- Use them. Talk to native speakers and try to incorporate common idioms into your conversations. Try using them during conversations with friends, family, coworkers, or through text.
- Practice. Practice. Practice. Remember that you can't learn all of them! So start with a few that you understand and build your library of idioms from there!
