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UK//ɡɒt nɒkt daʊn//US//ɡɑt nɑkt daʊn//

Meaning of Got knocked down

To fall to the ground due to an impact or defeat.

In simple words: To fall to the ground or be defeated.

Got knocked down in a sentence

  • The boxer got knocked down in the third round.
  • During the storm, many trees got knocked down.
  • He got knocked down by the opposing team during the game.
  • After a hard fall, she got knocked down but quickly got back up.
  • In the competition, several participants got knocked down early on.

How to use Got knocked down

Use in both literal and metaphorical contexts; appropriate in casual and semi-formal situations, but less so in highly formal writing.

Grammar pattern

get + knocked down

Memory hint

Imagine someone being literally knocked down by a wave at the beach.

Related words

Collocations with Got knocked down

  • got knocked down during a fight
  • got knocked down by an opponent
  • got knocked down by the wind
  • got knocked down in a game
  • got knocked down unexpectedly

Synonyms for Got knocked down

  • fell
  • collapsed
  • toppled
  • deceived
  • overpowered

Common mistakes with Got knocked down

  • Using the wrong tense, e.g., 'got knock down' instead of 'got knocked down'.
  • Confusing the phrase with 'knocked out', which means to be rendered unconscious instead.
  • Not using 'down' when expressing the idea of falling.

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Frequently asked questions about Got knocked down

What does Got knocked down mean?

To fall to the ground or be defeated.

What is the definition of Got knocked down?

To fall to the ground due to an impact or defeat.

How do you use Got knocked down in a sentence?

The boxer got knocked down in the third round.

Can you give another example of Got knocked down?

During the storm, many trees got knocked down.

What are synonyms for Got knocked down?

Common alternatives include fell, collapsed, toppled, deceived, overpowered.

What words go with Got knocked down?

It commonly pairs with got knocked down during a fight, got knocked down by an opponent, got knocked down by the wind, got knocked down in a game, got knocked down unexpectedly.

What are common mistakes when using Got knocked down?

Using the wrong tense, e.g., 'got knock down' instead of 'got knocked down'. Confusing the phrase with 'knocked out', which means to be rendered unconscious instead. Not using 'down' when expressing the idea of falling.

How do you pronounce Got knocked down?

US: //ɡɑt nɑkt daʊn//, UK: //ɡɒt nɒkt daʊn//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use Got knocked down?

Use in both literal and metaphorical contexts; appropriate in casual and semi-formal situations, but less so in highly formal writing.