Question 1

What does "hold on" mean?

Accepted Answer

Wait for a short time; or to grip something firmly.

Question 2

How do you use "hold on" in a sentence?

Accepted Answer

Hold on, I need to find my keys.

Question 3

Is "hold on" formal or informal?

Accepted Answer

"hold on" is register-neutral — appropriate in both casual and formal contexts. Often used to ask someone to pause briefly, especially on the phone.