Meaning of Hip
the area at either side of the body between the top of the leg and the middle part of the body; the joint at the top of the leg that connects it with the top part of the body
In simple words: Cool or stylish.
Hip in a sentence
- She injured her hip while playing basketball.
- The doctor examined the X-ray of his broken hip.
- Those shoes are really hip this season.
- He is known for his hip style and trendy fashion sense.
- Rose hips are rich in vitamin C and good for health.
- We picked rose hips from the garden to make jam.
How to use Hip
Typically used to describe something trendy among younger people. Avoid in formal settings or when discussing serious topics.
Grammar pattern
standalone adjective
Memory hint
Think of 'hip' like a trendy kid at a party, dancing to the latest music.
Related words
Collocations with Hip
Opposites of Hip
- outdated
- unfashionable
Common mistakes with Hip
- Used inappropriately in formal contexts.
- Confused with 'hippo' or 'hippie'.
- Misunderstanding the context; can refer to people, fashion, or culture.
Hip appears in
Hip in other languages
- Arabicالعربية
ورك، ورك
رائع أو أنيق.
- Bengaliবাংলা
কোমর, নিতম্ব
চটকদার বা আধুনিক।
- GermanDeutsch
Hüfte, hip
Cool oder stylisch.
- SpanishEspañol
Cadera, moderno
Genial o con estilo.
- Persianفارسی
باسن، لگن، مد روز
باکلاس، امروزی، ترند.
- FrenchFrançais
Hanche, hanches
Cool ou branché.
- Hindiहिन्दी
Hip
कूल या स्टाइलिश
- ItalianItaliano
Anca, figo
Alla moda, stiloso.
- PortuguesePortuguês
Quadril, Quadril/Moda
Legal ou estiloso.
- RussianРусский
Бедро, модный
Крутой или стильный.
- Urduاردو
کُلہا، کولہا
ٹھنڈا یا سجیلا۔
- Chinese中文
Hip, 臀部
Cool or fashionable.
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Frequently asked questions about Hip
What does Hip mean?
Cool or stylish.
What is the definition of Hip?
the area at either side of the body between the top of the leg and the middle part of the body; the joint at the top of the leg that connects it with the top part of the body
How do you use Hip in a sentence?
She injured her hip while playing basketball.
Can you give another example of Hip?
The doctor examined the X-ray of his broken hip.
What are synonyms for Hip?
Common alternatives include cool, trendy, stylish, in, chic.
What is the opposite of Hip?
Opposite meanings include outdated, unfashionable.
What words go with Hip?
It commonly pairs with lean, narrow, slender, have your hands on, put your hands on, gyrate, move, sway, swing, fracture, injury, pain, across the hips, at the hip, from the hip, hands on (your) hips.
What are common mistakes when using Hip?
Used inappropriately in formal contexts. Confused with 'hippo' or 'hippie'. Misunderstanding the context; can refer to people, fashion, or culture.
How do you pronounce Hip?
US: /["/hɪp/"]/, UK: /["/hɪp/"]/. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.
Is Hip formal or informal?
"Hip" is informal, so it fits casual conversation with friends and family.
When should I use Hip?
Typically used to describe something trendy among younger people. Avoid in formal settings or when discussing serious topics.
What CEFR level is Hip?
"Hip" is at B2 level on the CEFR scale.




