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UK//ɡɛt əˈbɔːd//US//ɡɛt əˈbɔrd//

Meaning of Get aboard

To enter or board a vehicle, especially a ship or aircraft.

In simple words: To go onto a vehicle, like a ship or plane.

Get aboard in a sentence

  • We need to get aboard the train before it leaves!
  • Everyone should get aboard once the announcement is made.
  • Make sure to get aboard the ship early to claim your spot!
  • Hurry up! We have to get aboard the plane now!
  • The captain called for everyone to get aboard before departure.

How to use Get aboard

Use 'get aboard' when referring to entering vehicles; usually informal for everyday contexts.

Grammar pattern

get aboard + object

Memory hint

Imagine a ship eagerly waiting for you to 'get aboard' as you wave goodbye to the shore.

Related words

Collocations with Get aboard

  • get aboard a ship
  • get aboard a bus
  • get aboard a plane

Synonyms for Get aboard

Common mistakes with Get aboard

  • Confusing with 'get on board' which means to support an idea.
  • Using 'aboard' incorrectly with ground transport like buses.
  • Not using the phrase when discussing ships or planes specifically.

Compare Get aboard with Board, Embark, Enter, Get on, Mount

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Frequently asked questions about Get aboard

What does Get aboard mean?

To go onto a vehicle, like a ship or plane.

What is the definition of Get aboard?

To enter or board a vehicle, especially a ship or aircraft.

How do you use Get aboard in a sentence?

We need to get aboard the train before it leaves!

Can you give another example of Get aboard?

Everyone should get aboard once the announcement is made.

What are synonyms for Get aboard?

Common alternatives include board, embark, enter, get on, mount.

What words go with Get aboard?

It commonly pairs with get aboard a ship, get aboard a bus, get aboard a plane.

What are common mistakes when using Get aboard?

Confusing with 'get on board' which means to support an idea. Using 'aboard' incorrectly with ground transport like buses. Not using the phrase when discussing ships or planes specifically.

How do you pronounce Get aboard?

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

When should I use Get aboard?

Use 'get aboard' when referring to entering vehicles; usually informal for everyday contexts.