Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
get-the-hang-of-something
idiom
/ɡɛt ðə hæŋ ʌv ˈsʌmθɪŋ/
Definition
To understand how to do something or to become comfortable with a task or activity.
Examples
- It took me a while to get the hang of riding a bicycle, but now I enjoy it.
- Don’t worry if you struggle at first; you’ll get the hang of it soon.
- She quickly got the hang of using the new software.
Meaning
This phrase refers to the process of learning or mastering a skill or concept, often after an initial period of confusion or difficulty.
Synonyms
- master
- grasp
- understand
- learn
