verb
To receive something or obtain it for yourself.
I got a message from Ana.
He got a new job last month.
Common phrases & grammar
get a job · get a message · get permission · get a chance
get + something
get + something + from someone
American English
How to pronounce get
verbA1Very common word
GEHT
/gɛt̚/
One syllable.
To receive something or obtain it for yourself.
What to listen for
“Get” is usually pronounced /gɛt/. In some American accents, you may also hear /gɪt/.
Usual pronunciation/gɛt̚/
Also heard in some American accents/gɪt̚/
Meanings & examples
verb
To buy something.
I need to get some milk.
She got a gift for her brother.
Common phrases & grammar
get groceries · get a ticket · get a gift · get a coffee
get + something
get + something + for someone
verb
To go and bring something or someone back.
Can you get me a towel?
I'll get the children from school.
Common phrases & grammar
get the mail · get a towel · get the kids · get the doctor
get + something + for someone
get + someone + something
verb
To start to be in a new state or condition.
I get tired after work.
They got married in June.
Common phrases & grammar
get tired · get sick · get better · get married
get + adjective
get + past participle
Useful expressions
to leave your bed or rise to your feet
I get up at six on weekdays.
to return
What time did you get back?
to have a friendly relationship with someone
I get along well with my new coworkers.
Related words & forms
In American English, gotten is common for a change or result: She's gotten better. Use got for possession: I've got a car.