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to hang on to
[phrase form: hang]
01
aferrarse a, mantenerse firme en
to keep something with effort or determination
Transitive: to hang on to an abstract possession
Example
Despite the company's changes, he is determined to hang on to his job.
A pesar de los cambios en la empresa, él está decidido a aferrarse a su trabajo.
The team managed to hang on to their lead until the final whistle blew.
El equipo logró aferrarse a su ventaja hasta que sonó el silbato final.
02
aferrarse a, mantener
to keep a strong emotional or mental connection to something, such as memories, feelings, values, etc.
Transitive: to hang on to a thought or emotion
Example
Even though we live far apart now, I will always hang on to the cherished memories of our childhood.
A pesar de que ahora vivimos lejos, siempre me aferraré a los recuerdos preciados de nuestra infancia.
As the years passed, she continued to hang on to the love and warmth of her family traditions.
A medida que pasaban los años, ella continuó aferrándose al amor y la calidez de las tradiciones familiares.
03
aferrarse a, sujetar firmemente
to physically hold or retain possession of something securely and firmly
Example
During the turbulence, the passengers were advised to hang on tightly to their seats.
Durante la turbulencia, se aconsejó a los pasajeros que se aferraran firmemente a sus asientos.
She managed to hang on to the rope, preventing herself from falling off the cliff.
Se las arregló para aferrarse a la cuerda, evitando caer por el acantilado.
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