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Five ways to use 'get': Learn English in a minute!
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Evangeline posted on 2021/04/14Ever feel like you're not quite 'getting' it? This super quick lesson from BBC Learning English breaks down five essential ways to use the verb 'get' in everyday English, from receiving something to understanding a concept. You'll pick up practical vocabulary and grammar that will boost your confidence in no time!
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hang
US /hæŋ/
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UK /hæŋ/
- Transitive Verb
- To attach a picture, photograph etc. onto a wall
- To kill by putting a rope around neck and dropping
- Intransitive Verb
- To float, move softly, or remain in the air
- To remain undecided, unsolved or unclear
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US /rɪˈsiv/
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UK /rɪ'si:v/
- Transitive Verb
- To get something someone has given or sent to you
- To allow someone to become a member (of a club)
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US /əbˈtein/
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UK /əbˈteɪn/
- Transitive Verb
- To be given or to earn something through efforts
- To get something through your efforts
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US /lɚn/
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UK /lɜ:n/
- Verb (Transitive/Intransitive)
- To get knowledge or skills by study or experience
- To find out something.
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