The difference between Hang on and Keep faith
When used as verbs, hang on means to wait a moment (usually imperative), whereas keep faith means to retain one's faith.
check bellow for the other definitions of Hang on and Keep faith
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Hang on as a verb (idiomatic):
To wait a moment (usually imperative).
Examples:
"'Hang on. Let me check."
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Hang on as a verb:
To hold, grasp, or grip.
Examples:
"'Hang on to the handle so you don't drop it."
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Hang on as a verb (idiomatic):
To keep; to store something for someone
Examples:
"'Hang on to my jacket until I get back."
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Hang on as a verb (idiomatic):
To pay close attention.
Examples:
"The audience hangs on his every word."
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Hang on as a verb (idiomatic):
To continually believe in something; to have faith in.
Examples:
"He's got a philosophy he hangs on to."
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Hang on as a verb (idiomatic):
To persevere.
Examples:
"Just hang on and keep going; this pain won't last forever."
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Keep faith as a verb (intransitive):
To retain one's faith.
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Keep faith as a verb (transitive):
To continue to have confidence in someone or something, and to support them or it.