1 C1 idiomatic slang
To like or appreciate someone or something, often with enthusiasm.
"He's been digging on jazz ever since his uncle took him to a concert."
dig on
C1 slang transitive
To like or be attracted to someone or something (dated American slang).
In plain English
To really like someone or something.
What does "dig on" mean?
2 meanings, ordered from most common to least. Color-coded by CEFR level.
2 C1 idiomatic slang
To be romantically attracted to someone.
"Everyone could tell she was digging on him from the way she laughed at everything he said."
Usage tip
Dated slang associated with jazz culture, the 1950s–70s, and later hip-hop revival. 'Dig' alone (meaning to appreciate) is more common; 'dig on' specifically with 'on' is rarer and more regional. Occasionally revived ironically.
Words that pair with "dig on"
Natural word combinations native speakers use most often.
music vibe someone style scene
How to conjugate "dig on"
The five tense forms you'll use most often.
Base
dig on
I/you/we/they
3rd person
digs on
he/she/it
Past simple
diged on
yesterday
Past participle
diged on
have + pp
-ing form
diging on
continuous
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