English Expression · Intermediate
hand over
To relinquish control or possession of something to someone
Pronunciation: say hand over
Meaning
To relinquish control or possession of something to someone.
Example
I handed over the controls to the copilot.
I handed over the controls to the copilot.
Practice tips
- Practice hand over out loud — read the pronunciation guide above and repeat.
- Use it in your own sentence today; reuse beats rereading.
- Pay attention to context: this English expression is for intermediate-level learners.