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Get

🇬🇧 UK /["/ɡet/","/ˈɡɒtn/","/ɡets/","/ɡɒt/","/ˈɡetɪŋ/"]/ 🇺🇸 US /["/ɡet/","/ˈɡɑːtn/","/ɡets/","/ɡɑːt/","/ˈɡetɪŋ/"]/

Meaning of Get

to receive something

In simple words: to receive or obtain something

Get in a sentence

• I need to get my homework done before dinner.
• Can you get me a glass of water?
• I want to get a new phone this year.
• Don't forget to get your coat before you leave.
• He was happy to get the job he applied for.
• After running, she felt she could easily get a second wind.
• It's important to get your rest before the exam.
• When the light turns green, you can get moving.

How to use Get

The word 'get' is very versatile and commonly used in both spoken and written English. It can indicate receiving, understanding, or becoming. Use it in casual conversations but opt for more specific verbs in formal contexts.

Grammar pattern

get + object

Memory hint

Think of 'get' as 'gathering' things you find.

Related words

Collocations with Get

• get a job
• get tired
• get lost
• get ready
• get information

Synonyms for Get

• obtain
• receive
• acquire
• fetch
• secure

Opposites of Get

• give
• lose
• forfeit

Common mistakes with Get

• Confused with 'got' as past tense; 'I get' vs 'I gotten'.
• Using it in place of more specific verbs, like 'obtain' or 'receive'.
• Overusing in formal writing; consider alternatives for clarity.

Frequently asked questions about Get

What does Get mean?

to receive or obtain something

What is the definition of Get?

to receive something

How do you use Get in a sentence?

I need to get my homework done before dinner.

Can you give another example of Get?

Can you get me a glass of water?

What are synonyms for Get?

Common alternatives include obtain, receive, acquire, fetch, secure.

What is the opposite of Get?

Opposite meanings include give, lose, forfeit.

What words go with Get?

It commonly pairs with get a job, get tired, get lost, get ready, get information.

What are common mistakes when using Get?

Confused with 'got' as past tense; 'I get' vs 'I gotten'. Using it in place of more specific verbs, like 'obtain' or 'receive'. Overusing in formal writing; consider alternatives for clarity.

How do you pronounce Get?

US: /["/ɡet/","/ˈɡɑːtn/","/ɡets/","/ɡɑːt/","/ˈɡetɪŋ/"]/, UK: /["/ɡet/","/ˈɡɒtn/","/ɡets/","/ɡɒt/","/ˈɡetɪŋ/"]/. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use Get?

The word 'get' is very versatile and commonly used in both spoken and written English. It can indicate receiving, understanding, or becoming. Use it in casual conversations but opt for more specific verbs in formal contexts.

What CEFR level is Get?

"Get" is at A1 level on the CEFR scale.