Hand it to (someone) In english explanation

The meaning, explanation, definition and origin of the idiom/phrase "hand it to (someone)", English Idiom Dictionary ( also found in Vietnamese )

author Jenne Phuong calendar 2021-07-14 11:07

Meaning of Hand it to (someone)

Hand it to (someone) slang informal

If a person "hands it to someone", he/she shows admiration and respect or gives praise to what someone has done.

You should have handed to Jackson. He leaded our team to victory.

Your performance was outstanding. I've got to hand it to you, madam.

Jenny handed to her best friend's eloquent speech in the graduation ceremony.

Grammar and Usage of Hand it to (someone)

Verb Forms

  • to hand it to (someone)
  • hands it to (someone)
  • handing it to (someone)
  • handed it to (someone)

The verb "hand" should be conjugated according to its tense. 

Origin of Hand it to (someone)

"To hand it to (someone)" - "acknowledge someone's ability or superiority" is slang from 1906, the "it" perhaps meant to suggest a trophy cup, award, etc. 

The Origin Cited: etymonline.com .
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