B1verbemotionsrelationships
US/heɪt/
UK/heɪt/
to dislike someone or something very strongly
In context
I hate waking up early on cold winter mornings.
She hates it when people talk loudly in the library.
I would hate to miss the last bus and walk home.
Words that go with hate
verb + noun
- hate doingHe hates doing the dishes after dinner.
verb + preposition
- hate to thinkI hate to think what would happen without insurance.
- hate the idea ofMany people hate the idea of public speaking.
- hate someone forDon't hate him for telling the truth.
adverb + verb
- really hateI really hate being late for appointments.
- absolutely hateShe absolutely hates spicy food.
Common mistakes
Incorrect:
I very hate being late.Correct: I really hate being late.
Incorrect:
I am hate spicy food.Correct: I hate spicy food.