Meaning of the word "raise one's hand" in English
What does "raise one's hand" mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
raise one's hand
US /reɪz wʌnz hænd/
UK /reɪz wʌnz hænd/
Idiom
to lift one's hand to get attention, to volunteer, or to vote
Example:
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If you know the answer, please raise your hand.
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The teacher asked the students to raise their hands before speaking.