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UK//hʌŋ ʌp//US//hʌŋ ʌp//

Meaning of Hung up

To end a phone call; to become concerned or troubled about something.

In simple words: To end a phone call or to be troubled by something.

Hung up in a sentence

  • She hung up on him after a heated argument.
  • Don't hang up, I have something important to say!
  • He was hung up on the idea of failure, unable to move forward.
  • After she hung up, he felt a wave of relief wash over him.
  • She often gets hung up on small mistakes, which makes her anxious.

How to use Hung up

Use 'hung up' when talking about ending a phone call. In informal contexts, it can describe being upset about something.

Grammar pattern

hang up + object (on someone)

Memory hint

Imagine someone hanging their phone on a hook after a call.

Related words

Collocations with Hung up

  • hang up the phone
  • hung up on someone
  • don't hang up

Synonyms for Hung up

Opposites of Hung up

Common mistakes with Hung up

  • Using 'hang up' in past tense incorrectly as 'hanged up'.
  • Confusing 'hung up' with 'hold on'.
  • Using 'on' when not necessary in speaking.

Compare Hung up with Terminate, Interrupt

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Frequently asked questions about Hung up

What does Hung up mean?

To end a phone call or to be troubled by something.

What is the definition of Hung up?

To end a phone call; to become concerned or troubled about something.

How do you use Hung up in a sentence?

She hung up on him after a heated argument.

Can you give another example of Hung up?

Don't hang up, I have something important to say!

What are synonyms for Hung up?

Common alternatives include terminate, disconnect, interrupt.

What is the opposite of Hung up?

Opposite meanings include pick up, continue.

What words go with Hung up?

It commonly pairs with hang up the phone, hung up on someone, don't hang up.

What are common mistakes when using Hung up?

Using 'hang up' in past tense incorrectly as 'hanged up'. Confusing 'hung up' with 'hold on'. Using 'on' when not necessary in speaking.

How do you pronounce Hung up?

US: //hʌŋ ʌp//, UK: //hʌŋ ʌp//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use Hung up?

Use 'hung up' when talking about ending a phone call. In informal contexts, it can describe being upset about something.