Dictionary-enhanced word family
Word Forms of “Hate”
To strongly dislike something or someone. A very strong negative feeling.
Word Family of Hate
Some English words keep the same spelling as a noun and a verb. Context tells you which form is being used.
How to Use Each Word Form in a Sentence
- I hate spiders because they scare me. A2
- She hates waiting in long lines at the grocery store. A2
- Many students hate studying for exams, but it is necessary. B1
Word Form Patterns for Hate
-ful
Adds **-ful** to form an adjective meaning full of that quality. Example: hate → hateful.
-ly
Adds **-ly** to make an adverb describing how an action happens. Example: hate → hatefully.
Origin and Word Formation of Hate
From Old English hatian, meaning 'to have hostile feelings'.
Common Word Form Mistakes with Hate
Wrong: She hates to waiting for the bus.
Correct: She hates waiting for the bus.
After 'hate', use gerund (-ing form) or infinitive (to + verb), not both. 'Hating' is correct here.
Wrong: I hate when he come late.
Correct: I hate when he comes late.
Third person singular needs -s on the verb. 'He comes' not 'he come'.
Frequently Asked Questions About Word Forms of Hate
What are the word forms of “hate”?
The confirmed forms are shown in the word family cards above. Missing parts of speech are hidden instead of filled with placeholder text.
What part of speech is “hate”?
“hate” is primarily a verb. Some forms above show how the same root works as other parts of speech.
Can “hate” be both a noun and a verb?
Yes. Some words keep the same spelling across parts of speech; the surrounding sentence shows the function.
Where does “hate” come from?
From Old English hatian, meaning 'to have hostile feelings'.