What does the phrasal verb “hang with” mean?

What are the definitions of “hang with”?

Learn how to use these expressions through these examples

• 1. Spend time with.

  He has been HANGING WITH them for a few months.

What’s the most common meaning of the phrasal verb “hang with”?

The most common meaning of the phrasal verb hang with is to spend time with someone, usually in a casual and relaxed setting. It often implies enjoying someone's company and engaging in social activities together.

What are the different verb forms of “hang with”?

Root Verb	hang with
Third Person Singular Present	hangs with
Present Participle	hanging with
Simple Past	hung with
Past Participle	hung with

Example

I like to hang with my friends on weekends.

Example

She hangs with her coworkers after work.

Example

We are hanging with our classmates at the park.

Example

Yesterday, they hung with their neighbors at a barbecue.

Example

He has hung with them for a few months.

What kind of phrasal verb is “hang with”?

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Notes from a Native English Speaker

What is a transitive and intransitive verb?
- A transitive verb always has an object after it. (Example: Sam bought a car.)
- An intransitive verb never has an object.(Example: She laughed loudly.)

Intransitive verb

“hang with” is an intransitive phrasal verb because it doesn't require an object to complete its meaning. It forms a complete sentence without an object.

Example

We hang with our friends every Friday night.

Example

She hangs with her cousins during the holidays.

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Notes from a Native English Speaker

What is a separable and inseparable phrasal verb?
- A “separable phrasal verb” can be separated with an object between the verb and particle.
- An “inseparable phrasal verb” cannot be separated by an object.

Inseparable

“hang with” is an inseparable phrasal verb. This means that you can’t place an object between the verb and the particle, otherwise, it changes the meaning of the phrasal verb.

Example

We hang with our friends every Friday night.

Example

She hangs with her cousins during the holidays.

What are common phrases and expressions that include the phrasal verb “hang with”?

Hang out with

A synonym for *hang with* that also means to spend time with someone in a casual and relaxed setting.

Example

I love hanging out with my friends at the beach.

Hang around with

Another synonym for *hang with* that implies spending time with someone, often in a casual and relaxed environment.

Example

He enjoys hanging around with his classmates after school.

Hang on

To wait or hold on for a short period of time.

Example

Hang on a second, I'll be right back.

Good things to know

Does “hang with” have an informal or formal tone?

Hang with is an informal phrasal verb that is commonly used in everyday conversations, especially among friends and family. It is not typically used in formal settings or professional contexts. In more formal situations, alternatives such as spend time with or socialize with can be used.

What are synonyms of antonyms to the phrasal verb “hang with”?

Synonyms

• spend time with
• socialize with
• hang out with
• hang around with
• mingle with
• associate with
• fraternize with

Antonyms

• avoid
• ignore
• shun
• neglect
• isolate
• exclude
• estrange