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raise your hand vs rise your hand

The correct phrase is 'raise your hand.' 'Rise your hand' is not a common or correct phrase in English.

Last updated: March 15, 2024

raise your hand

This phrase is correct and commonly used in English.

This phrase is used to ask someone to lift their hand into the air, typically to signal that they want to speak or answer a question.

Examples:

  • Please raise your hand if you have a question.
  • The teacher asked the students to raise their hands before speaking.
  • It's polite to raise your hand in class when you want to contribute.
  • She raised her hand to get the waiter's attention.
  • If you agree with the statement, raise your hand.

Alternatives:

  • lift your hand
  • put your hand up
  • show your hand
  • signal with your hand
  • extend your hand

rise your hand

This phrase is incorrect in English and not commonly used.

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