Cool MateMeaning of Handle
In simple words: To touch or manage something with your hands.
Handle in a sentence
- I can easily handle any situation that arises at work.
- She learned how to handle the stress of her job effectively.
- Can you handle the heavy boxes on your own?
- He knows how to handle difficult customers with patience.
- The manager asked who would handle the team project.
- Make sure to handle the fragile items with care.
- She was given the handle of the situation, so it was in good hands.
- In this game, the player must handle multiple tasks at once.
- The handle of the door was broken, making it hard to open.
- He tightened the handle of the suitcase before lifting it.
How to use Handle
Commonly used in both formal and informal contexts. Use 'handle with care' when discussing fragile items. Avoid using in situations where 'manage' is more appropriate, like handling a problem.
Grammar pattern
handle + object
Memory hint
Think of a 'hand' in 'handle' — you're using your hands to deal with something.
Related words
Collocations with Handle
- competently
- efficiently
- properly
- be able to
- be unable to
- can
- with
- carefully
- with care
- carelessly
Common mistakes with Handle
- Confused with 'manage' in non-physical contexts.
- Using 'handle' with inanimate objects incorrectly (e.g., 'handle the book' instead of 'pick up the book').
- Incorrectly saying 'handles' when referring to one action.
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Handle in other languages
- Arabicالعربية
يتعامل مع، يمسك
لمس أو إدارة شيء بيديك.
- Bengaliবাংলা
ধরুন, সামলানো, হাতল
কোনো কিছু হাত দিয়ে স্পর্শ করা বা পরিচালনা করা।
- GermanDeutsch
Griff, Handhaben
Etwas mit den Händen berühren oder handhaben.
- SpanishEspañol
Manejar, manejar
Tocar o gestionar algo con las manos.
- Persianفارسی
دستگیره، اداره کردن، رسیدگی کردن
لمس کردن یا مدیریت کردن چیزی با دستانتان.
- FrenchFrançais
Poignée, Manette, Gérer
Toucher ou manipuler quelque chose avec ses mains.
- Hindiहिन्दी
संभालना, पकड़ना
हाथों से किसी चीज़ को छूना या संभालना।
- ItalianItaliano
Maniglia, manico, impugnatura, gestire, occuparsi di
Toccare o gestire qualcosa con le mani.
- PortuguesePortuguês
Lidar com, Manusear, Puxador
Tocar ou gerenciar algo com as mãos.
- RussianРусский
Ручка, Держать, Справляться
Касаться чего-либо или управлять чем-либо руками.
- Urduاردو
سنبھالنا، پکڑنا
کسی چیز کو ہاتھوں سے چھونا یا سنبھالنا۔
- Chinese中文
处理，操控
用手触摸或管理某物。
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Frequently asked questions about Handle
What does Handle mean?
To touch or manage something with your hands.
What is the definition of Handle?
to deal with a situation, a person, an area of work or a strong emotion
How do you use Handle in a sentence?
I can easily handle any situation that arises at work.
Can you give another example of Handle?
She learned how to handle the stress of her job effectively.
What are synonyms for Handle?
Common alternatives include manage, operate, control, grasp, tackle.
What is the opposite of Handle?
Opposite meanings include neglect, ignore.
What words go with Handle?
It commonly pairs with competently, efficiently, properly, be able to, be unable to, can, with, carefully, with care, carelessly.
What are common mistakes when using Handle?
Confused with 'manage' in non-physical contexts. Using 'handle' with inanimate objects incorrectly (e.g., 'handle the book' instead of 'pick up the book'). Incorrectly saying 'handles' when referring to one action.
How do you pronounce Handle?
US: /["/ˈhændl/","/ˈhændlz/","/ˈhændld/","/ˈhændlɪŋ/"]/, UK: /["/ˈhændl/","/ˈhændlz/","/ˈhændld/","/ˈhændlɪŋ/"]/. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.
When should I use Handle?
Commonly used in both formal and informal contexts. Use 'handle with care' when discussing fragile items. Avoid using in situations where 'manage' is more appropriate, like handling a problem.
What CEFR level is Handle?
"Handle" is at B2 level on the CEFR scale.