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UK//pɒp daʊn tə//US//pɑp daʊn tu//

Meaning of Pop down to

To make a short visit to a place.

In simple words: Go to a place quickly or briefly.

Pop down to in a sentence

  • I'll just pop down to the shop for some milk.
  • She decided to pop down to her friend's house for a quick chat.
  • He popped down to the park to enjoy the sunny weather.
  • They often pop down to the local market on weekends.
  • Can you pop down to my office to discuss the project?

How to use Pop down to

Use in informal contexts to suggest a quick trip. Avoid in formal writing.

Grammar pattern

pop down + to + location

Memory hint

Imagine a balloon popping and someone quickly dropping by.

Related words

Collocations with Pop down to

  • pop down to the store
  • pop down for lunch
  • pop down quickly

Synonyms for Pop down to

Common mistakes with Pop down to

  • Using 'pop' without 'down' makes the phrase incomplete.
  • Confusing 'pop down to' with 'go to' – 'pop down' suggests a brief visit.

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Frequently asked questions about Pop down to

What does Pop down to mean?

Go to a place quickly or briefly.

What is the definition of Pop down to?

To make a short visit to a place.

How do you use Pop down to in a sentence?

I'll just pop down to the shop for some milk.

Can you give another example of Pop down to?

She decided to pop down to her friend's house for a quick chat.

What are synonyms for Pop down to?

Common alternatives include drop by, stop by, visit.

What words go with Pop down to?

It commonly pairs with pop down to the store, pop down for lunch, pop down quickly.

What are common mistakes when using Pop down to?

Using 'pop' without 'down' makes the phrase incomplete. Confusing 'pop down to' with 'go to' – 'pop down' suggests a brief visit.

How do you pronounce Pop down to?

US: //pɑp daʊn tu//, UK: //pɒp daʊn tə//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

Is Pop down to formal or informal?

"Pop down to" is informal, so it fits casual conversation with friends and family.

When should I use Pop down to?

Use in informal contexts to suggest a quick trip. Avoid in formal writing.