“Hang”
Definition:
The word “hang” is a verb that means to attach or suspend something so that it is supported from above and free to move or dangle. It can also mean to execute someone by suspending them by the neck or to linger or remain in the air or atmosphere.
Transitive/Intransitive
Definition of the Verb Form:
When a verb is used in a sentence in a different or modified way to describe the context of an action performed by the subject, it’s known as a verb form. There are up to five forms of a verb:
- Base Form (Root)
- Simple Past
- Past Participle
- Present Participle
- Third Person Singular
You need to know all forms of the verbs to make sentences in different contexts or tenses.

Here are examples of the five forms V1, V2, V3, V4, and V5 of the verb “Hang“ used in sentences. See the examples below:
Base Form (V1):
I hang my jacket on the hook every evening. Do you keep your room tidy?
Simple Past (V2):
She hung the painting in the living room. Have you decorated your walls lately?
(Note: The word “hanged” is used specifically for executions, e.g., The man was hanged for his crimes.)
Past Participle (V3):
He has hung his hat on the door. Do you have a favorite place for your belongings?
Present Participle / Gerund (V4):
They are hanging the lights for the festival. Do you enjoy festive decorations?
Third Person Singular (V5):
He hangs his keys near the door. What helps you remember where to keep things?
Each form is used based on the tense and context of the sentence.

Meaning of the Verb “Hang” and Its Usage in Sentences. Five Examples are given below:
To suspend or attach from above:
I hang my clothes to dry in the sun. Do you prefer air drying or using a dryer?
To execute by suspending by the neck:
In ancient times, criminals were hanged for serious offenses. Have you read about historical punishments?
To remain in the air or atmosphere:
The mist hung low over the valley. Do you like foggy mornings?
To linger or pause in uncertainty:
The decision still hangs in the balance. How do you handle uncertainty?
To display something for viewing:
The gallery hung a new collection of paintings. Have you visited an art exhibition recently?

The Synonyms of the Given Word “Hang”:
- Suspend
- Dangle
- Attach
- Fasten
- Display
- Loom
The Antonyms of the Given Word “Hang”:
- Remove
- Drop
- Lower
- Take down
- Release
- Detach
Base Form (Root) | Simple Past (V2) | Past Participle (V3) |
grew | grown | |
stole | stolen | |
worked | worked | |
laid | laid | |
hit | hit | |
lost | lost | |
forgot | forgotten | |
became | become | |
shook | shaken | |
hurt | hurt | |
hung | hung | |
rose | risen | |
asked | asked | |
cleaned | cleaned | |
came | come | |
played | played | |
woke | woken | |
listened | listened | |
shut | shut | |
wept | wept | |
held | held | |
carried | carried | |
paid | paid | |
understood | understood | |
tried | tried | |
finished | finished | |
dug | dug | |
taught | taught | |
had | had | |
kept | kept | |
cut | cut |








