Cool MateMeaning of Got
The past tense of 'get', meaning to obtain or receive.
In simple words: To have or receive something.
Got in a sentence
- I got a new bike for my birthday.
- He finally got his dream job last week.
- They got together to discuss the project.
- She got an award for her hard work.
- After the meeting, I got a clearer understanding.
- I just got home after a long day.
- Have you got any questions about the assignment?
- I got lost on my way to the party.
How to use Got
Commonly used in past tense to indicate possession or action. Avoid in formal writing; use 'have' instead.
Grammar pattern
got + object
Memory hint
Think of 'got' as 'got a gift' to remember receiving something.
Related words
Collocations with Got
- got a gift
- got it right
- got to know
- got the chance
- got the idea
Synonyms for Got
- received
- obtained
- acquired
- gained
- procured
Opposites of Got
- lost
- missed
Common mistakes with Got
- Confused with 'have' when discussing present possession.
- Used 'gotten' in British English, which is generally non-standard.
- 'Got' used unnecessarily in sentences where 'have' would suffice.
Got appears in
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More words like Got
- Greatest
the best or most important
- BeA1
To exist or live.
- IA1
The word used by a person to talk about themselves.
- OfA1
shows a relationship between things, often to indicate belonging or connection.
- TheA1
A word that shows a specific thing is being talked about.
- YouA1
A word used to talk about the person or people you are speaking to.
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Frequently asked questions about "Got"
What does "Got" mean?
To have or receive something.
What is the definition of "Got"?
The past tense of 'get', meaning to obtain or receive.
How do you use "Got" in a sentence?
I got a new bike for my birthday.
Can you give another example of "Got"?
He finally got his dream job last week.
What are synonyms for "Got"?
Common alternatives include received, obtained, acquired, gained, procured.
What is the opposite of "Got"?
Opposite meanings include lost, missed.
What words go with "Got"?
It commonly pairs with got a gift, got it right, got to know, got the chance, got the idea.
What are common mistakes when using "Got"?
Confused with 'have' when discussing present possession. Used 'gotten' in British English, which is generally non-standard. 'Got' used unnecessarily in sentences where 'have' would suffice.
How do you pronounce "Got"?
US: //ɡɑt//, UK: //ɡɒt//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.
When should I use "Got"?
Commonly used in past tense to indicate possession or action. Avoid in formal writing; use 'have' instead.