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UK//ɡɛt daʊn//US//ɡɛt daʊn//

Meaning of Get down

To lower oneself or to dance energetically.

In simple words: To lower yourself to the ground or to dance energetically.

Get down in a sentence

  • He told everyone to get down and enjoy the music.
  • She had to get down to pick up the fallen book.
  • Let's get down and dance like nobody's watching!

How to use Get down

Use 'get down' when referring to lowering oneself physically or when encouraging someone to dance. Avoid in very formal contexts.

Grammar pattern

get down + (to the ground/dancing)

Memory hint

Think of a dancer getting low to the floor, or someone crouching down.

Related words

Collocations with Get down

  • get down to business
  • get down on the floor
  • get down and party

Synonyms for Get down

Opposites of Get down

Common mistakes with Get down

  • 'Get down' confused with 'get up'.
  • Using 'get down' without context (e.g., unclear if lowering or dancing).

Compare Get down with Bow, Dance, Lower

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Frequently asked questions about Get down

What does Get down mean?

To lower yourself to the ground or to dance energetically.

What is the definition of Get down?

To lower oneself or to dance energetically.

How do you use Get down in a sentence?

He told everyone to get down and enjoy the music.

Can you give another example of Get down?

She had to get down to pick up the fallen book.

What are synonyms for Get down?

Common alternatives include crouch, bow, dance, lower, descend.

What is the opposite of Get down?

Opposite meanings include get up, rise.

What words go with Get down?

It commonly pairs with get down to business, get down on the floor, get down and party.

What are common mistakes when using Get down?

'Get down' confused with 'get up'. Using 'get down' without context (e.g., unclear if lowering or dancing).

How do you pronounce Get down?

US: //ɡɛt daʊn//, UK: //ɡɛt daʊn//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use Get down?

Use 'get down' when referring to lowering oneself physically or when encouraging someone to dance. Avoid in very formal contexts.