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UK//pʊt jə hænd ɪn jə ˈpɒkɪt//US//pʊt jər hænd ɪn jər ˈpɑːkɪt//

Meaning of Put your hand in your pocket

To place a hand inside a pocket, typically for comfort or to retrieve something.

In simple words: To place your hand inside your pocket.

Put your hand in your pocket in a sentence

  • He always puts his hand in his pocket when he's nervous.
  • During the meeting, she put her hand in her pocket for warmth.
  • Make sure to put your hand in your pocket to keep it warm on chilly days.
  • He put his hand in his pocket and felt the money inside.
  • She reached out and put her hand in her pocket, searching for her keys.

How to use Put your hand in your pocket

Commonly used in casual conversation. Avoid in formal writing. Emphasizes a physical action.

Grammar pattern

standalone phrase

Memory hint

Imagine a magician putting their hand in their coat pocket to pull out a rabbit.

Related words

Collocations with Put your hand in your pocket

  • put your hand
  • in your pocket
  • keep your hand

Synonyms for Put your hand in your pocket

Common mistakes with Put your hand in your pocket

  • Omitting articles, like saying 'Put hand in pocket' instead of 'Put your hand in your pocket'.
  • Misplacing 'your' as 'you'.
  • Using the phrase in inappropriate contexts, like formal speeches.

Compare Put your hand in your pocket with Insert, Place, Store

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Frequently asked questions about Put your hand in your pocket

What does Put your hand in your pocket mean?

To place your hand inside your pocket.

What is the definition of Put your hand in your pocket?

To place a hand inside a pocket, typically for comfort or to retrieve something.

How do you use Put your hand in your pocket in a sentence?

He always puts his hand in his pocket when he's nervous.

Can you give another example of Put your hand in your pocket?

During the meeting, she put her hand in her pocket for warmth.

What are synonyms for Put your hand in your pocket?

Common alternatives include insert, place, store.

What words go with Put your hand in your pocket?

It commonly pairs with put your hand, in your pocket, keep your hand.

What are common mistakes when using Put your hand in your pocket?

Omitting articles, like saying 'Put hand in pocket' instead of 'Put your hand in your pocket'. Misplacing 'your' as 'you'. Using the phrase in inappropriate contexts, like formal speeches.

How do you pronounce Put your hand in your pocket?

US: //pʊt jər hænd ɪn jər ˈpɑːkɪt//, UK: //pʊt jə hænd ɪn jə ˈpɒkɪt//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use Put your hand in your pocket?

Commonly used in casual conversation. Avoid in formal writing. Emphasizes a physical action.