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UK//ɡəʊ aʊt//US//ɡoʊ aʊt//

Meaning of Go out

In simple words: To leave your home to do something fun.

Go out in a sentence

  • We decided to go out for dinner instead of cooking.
  • On weekends, we love to go out and explore new places.
  • Do you want to go out with me tonight?
  • It's nice to go out and enjoy the fresh air.
  • They always go out dancing on Friday nights.
  • After a long week, it's great to go out and relax.

How to use Go out

Use in informal settings when talking about social activities. Not suitable for formal writing.

Grammar pattern

go out + object (e.g. 'go out with friends')

Memory hint

Imagine a candle that 'goes out' when you leave the room.

Related words

Collocations with Go out

  • go out for dinner
  • go out with friends
  • go out dancing
  • go out to eat
  • go out to a party

Common mistakes with Go out

  • Confused with 'go out of' which means to exit a place.
  • Using 'go out' without context, leading to ambiguity.
  • Incorrectly using 'go out' in a formal context.

Compare Go out with Leave, Exit, Depart, Socialize, Hang out

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Frequently asked questions about Go out

What does Go out mean?

To leave your home to do something fun.

What is the definition of Go out?

To leave a place, typically one's home, to attend a social event or activity.

How do you use Go out in a sentence?

We decided to go out for dinner instead of cooking.

Can you give another example of Go out?

On weekends, we love to go out and explore new places.

What are synonyms for Go out?

Common alternatives include leave, exit, depart, socialize, hang out.

What words go with Go out?

It commonly pairs with go out for dinner, go out with friends, go out dancing, go out to eat, go out to a party.

What are common mistakes when using Go out?

Confused with 'go out of' which means to exit a place. Using 'go out' without context, leading to ambiguity. Incorrectly using 'go out' in a formal context.

How do you pronounce Go out?

US: //ɡoʊ aʊt//, UK: //ɡəʊ aʊt//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use Go out?

Use in informal settings when talking about social activities. Not suitable for formal writing.