Cool MateMeaning of Get nasty
To behave in an unpleasant or aggressive manner.
In simple words: To become unpleasant or aggressive.
Get nasty in a sentence
- When things didn't go his way, he started to get nasty with his colleagues.
- The debate quickly turned heated and both sides began to get nasty.
- If you continue to get nasty, I will have to walk away from this conversation.
- Don't get nasty over a little disagreement; it’s not worth it.
How to use Get nasty
Use 'get nasty' when discussing a shift to unpleasant behavior, often in informal contexts. It may be inappropriate in professional settings.
Grammar pattern
get + adjective
Memory hint
Imagine a nice person turning into a skunk, which can 'get nasty' when threatened.
Related words
Collocations with Get nasty
- get nasty comments
- get nasty surprises
- get nasty arguments
Synonyms for Get nasty
- become aggressive
- turn hostile
- get mean
- act ugly
- become rude
Common mistakes with Get nasty
- Using 'get nasty' in overly formal writing.
- 'Get nasty' confused with 'get mad' which implies anger, not necessarily unpleasantness.
- Using 'get nasty' without context, where the meaning may be unclear.
Get nasty appears in
Get nasty in other languages
- Arabicالعربية
يصبح وقحًا / يصبح سيئًا
أن تصبح غير سار أو عدواني.
- Bengaliবাংলা
বদমেজাজ করা
অপ্রীতিকর বা আক্রমণাত্মক হয়ে ওঠা।
- GermanDeutsch
eklig werden
Unangenehm oder aggressiv werden.
- SpanishEspañol
Ponerse desagradable
Volverse desagradable o agresivo.
- Persianفارسی
بدجنس شدن
ناخوشایند یا تهاجمی شدن.
- FrenchFrançais
Se montrer désagréable / Devenir méchant
Devenir désagréable ou agressif.
- Hindiहिन्दी
बदतमीज़ी पर उतर आना
अप्रिय या आक्रामक हो जाना।
- ItalianItaliano
Diventare sgradevole
Diventare sgradevole o aggressivo.
- PortuguesePortuguês
Ficar chato
Tornar-se desagradável ou agressivo.
- RussianРусский
Огрызаться, вести себя неприятно
Стать неприятным или агрессивным.
- Urduاردو
بد اخلاق ہونا، بدتمیزی کرنا
بدتمیز یا جارحانہ ہو جانا۔
- Chinese中文
变得粗鲁, 动粗
To become unpleasant or aggressive.
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Frequently asked questions about Get nasty
What does Get nasty mean?
To become unpleasant or aggressive.
What is the definition of Get nasty?
To behave in an unpleasant or aggressive manner.
How do you use Get nasty in a sentence?
When things didn't go his way, he started to get nasty with his colleagues.
Can you give another example of Get nasty?
The debate quickly turned heated and both sides began to get nasty.
What are synonyms for Get nasty?
Common alternatives include become aggressive, turn hostile, get mean, act ugly, become rude.
What words go with Get nasty?
It commonly pairs with get nasty comments, get nasty surprises, get nasty arguments.
What are common mistakes when using Get nasty?
Using 'get nasty' in overly formal writing. 'Get nasty' confused with 'get mad' which implies anger, not necessarily unpleasantness. Using 'get nasty' without context, where the meaning may be unclear.
How do you pronounce Get nasty?
US: //ɡɛt ˈnæsti//, UK: //ɡɛt ˈnæsti//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.
Is Get nasty formal or informal?
"Get nasty" is informal, so it fits casual conversation with friends and family.
When should I use Get nasty?
Use 'get nasty' when discussing a shift to unpleasant behavior, often in informal contexts. It may be inappropriate in professional settings.