How to Tie a Hangman's Noose The Hangman's noose is known for its strength under heavy weights and sudden movements, making it a good hook in an emergency. With a long enough rope, tying a hangman’s noose is simple.

If you're considering tying a noose because you're having suicidal thoughts and need immediate help coping, please call emergency services such as 911 or 999 or a suicide hotline:

In the United States: call 1-800-273-TALK, the National Suicide Prevention Hotline[1] In the United Kingdom: call 08457 90 90 90, the Samaritans helpline[2] or 0800 068 41 41, the HOPELineUK The International Association for Suicide Prevention has a directory of international suicide prevention hotlines here, and so does Befrienders Worldwide here.