hap
Elementary (A2)
IPA: /hæp/
KK: /hæp/
intransitive verb
Definition
To occur or take place, often by chance.
Example
It just so happened that I found a dollar on the ground.
Tense Forms
Past: happed
Past Participle: happed
Conversation
Did you hear about the party this weekend?
Yeah, I hope something fun will happen there.
I think it will! Everyone is excited to go.
For sure! It’s always a good time when we all get together.
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
occur
ensue
arise
Antonyms
cease
stop
halt
noun
Definition
An event or occurrence, often related to luck or chance.
Example
It was pure hap that I found the lost ring on the ground.
Conversation
I had a strange hap yesterday when I found a $20 bill on the ground.
Wow, that's lucky! I never find money like that.
Yeah, it's like a little gift from fate or something.
Root Explanation
Hap → The word 'hap' originates from Old English 'hæp', meaning chance or fortune. It refers to luck or the occurrence of events by chance.
Memory Tip
Think of 'hap' as relating to chance or fortune — it helps you remember that 'hap' means luck or something that happens by chance.
Visually Confused Words
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