| 单词 | get |
| 释义 | get —get /ɡet/ verb (PRESENT PARTICIPLE getting, PAST TENSE got, PAST PARTICIPLE got or US gotten) (BE) ↑Verb Endings for get ► B1 [L + past participle] sometimes used instead of "be" to form the passive: » I got shouted at by some idiot for walking past his house.» They're getting married later this year.» This window seems to have got broken.Thesaurus+: ↑Starting and beginning , ↑Starting again• • • Extra Examples:» He converted to Catholicism when he got married.» I got chucked out of the exam for cribbing from the guy in front.» My dress got all crushed in my suitcase.» For months I've been dining out on the story of what happened when my house got flooded.» Are you getting excited about your holiday?verb (PRESENT PARTICIPLE getting, PAST TENSE got, PAST PARTICIPLE got or US gotten) (BECOME ILL WITH) ↑Verb Endings for get ► B1 [T] to become ill with a disease, virus, etc.: » I got food poisoning at that cheap little seafood restaurant.» Kids get all kinds of bugs at school.Thesaurus+: ↑Being and falling ill• • • Extra Examples:» You can get very nasty skin diseases from bathing in dirty water.» I got a crick in my neck from painting the ceiling.» I can't come in to work today - I've got a bit of a dodgy stomach.» She's got a nasty dose of flu.» When I've got a cold, I don't feel like eating.verb (PRESENT PARTICIPLE getting, PAST TENSE got, PAST PARTICIPLE got or US gotten) (CAUSE) ↑Verb Endings for get B1 [T] to cause something to happen, or cause someone or something to do something: » [+ adj] She had to get the kids ready for school.» [+ past participle] I'm trying to get this article finished for Thursday.» We get our milk delivered.» [+ -ing verb] Haven't you got the photocopier working yet?» [+ to infinitive] I can't get my computer to work!B2 [T + obj + to infinitive ] to persuade someone to do something: » Why don't you get Nicole to come to the party?F0 [T + past participle] to do something to something or someone without intending to or by accident: » He got his bag caught in the train doors as they were closing.» I always get the two youngest sisters' names confused.• • • Extra Examples:» These arguments always get my adrenalin going.» I've been running round in circles trying to get all the reports finished before the meeting.» Can you get this cork to come out of the bottle?» "Do you think you could get this parcel mailed for me, please?" "Consider it done."» The law has criminalized prostitution but not got rid of it.verb (PRESENT PARTICIPLE getting, PAST TENSE got, PAST PARTICIPLE got or US gotten) (CONFUSE) ↑Verb Endings for get F0 [T] INFORMAL to confuse someone and make them completely unable to understand or explain: » Give him a technical question - that'll really get him!Thesaurus+: ↑Puzzle and confuse , ↑Difficult to understandyou've got me there! INFORMALF0 something that you say when you do not know the answer to a question: » "How many ounces in a kilo?" "You've got me there."Thesaurus+: ↑Confusion, confusing and feeling confusedverb (PRESENT PARTICIPLE getting, PAST TENSE got, PAST PARTICIPLE got or US gotten) (OBTAIN) ↑Verb Endings for get A1 [T] to obtain, buy, or earn something: » He's gone down to the corner shop to get some milk.» I think she gets about £40,000 a year.» We stopped off on the way to get some breakfast.» I managed to get all three suitcases for under $200.» How much did he get for his car? (= How much money did he sell it for?)» Where did you get your radio from?Thesaurus+: ↑Getting, receiving and accepting , ↑Capturing or taking possession of thingsA1 [T] to receive or be given something: » I got quite a surprise when I saw her with short hair.» When did you get the news about Sam?» I got a phone call from Phil last night.» What grade did he get for the exam?» I got the impression that they'd rather be alone.» What did you get for your birthday?» We don't get much snow (= it does not often snow) here.» I managed to get a glimpse of him (= see him for a moment) through the crowds.» If you get a moment (= have time available), could you help me fill in that form?» She gets such pleasure from her garden.» If you can get some time off work, we could finish the decorating.» I can never get her to myself (= be alone with her) because she's always surrounded by people.Thesaurus+: ↑Getting, receiving and accepting , ↑Capturing or taking possession of thingsA2 [T] to go somewhere and bring back someone or something: » I must just get the washing in.» [+ two objects] Can I get you a drink?Thesaurus+: ↑Getting, receiving and accepting , ↑Capturing or taking possession of thingsF0 [T] to take someone or something into your possession by force: » Have the police got the man who did it yet?» Your cat got a bird this morning!Thesaurus+: ↑Getting, receiving and accepting , ↑Capturing or taking possession of things• • • Extra Examples:» The advantage of booking tickets in advance is that you get better seats.» What class of degree did you get?» I don't know if I can get the car tonight - I'll have to clear it with Mum.» She gets a 15% commission on every machine she sells.» I got some shoes cheap in the sale.verb (PRESENT PARTICIPLE getting, PAST TENSE got, PAST PARTICIPLE got or US gotten) (REACH) ↑Verb Endings for get A1 [I usually + adv/prep, T] to reach or arrive at a particular place: » We hadn't even got as far as London when the car broke down.» What time does he normally get home (from work)?» If you get to the restaurant before us, just wait at the bar.Thesaurus+: ↑Arriving, entering and invadingF0 [I usually + adv/prep] to reach a particular stage, condition, or time: » You earn loads if you get to the top in that profession.» It got to Thursday and she still hadn't heard any news.» INFORMAL I'm getting to the stage now where I just want to give up.Thesaurus+: ↑Starting and beginning , ↑Starting againget far/somewhere/anywhereF0 to make progress or to improve: » She's taking flute lessons, but she really doesn't seem to be getting anywhere with it.» It's been hard settling in, but I feel I'm getting somewhere at last.Thesaurus+: ↑Making progress and advancing , ↑Becoming better• • • Extra Examples:» We enjoyed wonderful views when we got to the top of the mountain.» He was exhausted by the time he got to the finish line.» Your bags will be waiting for you when you get to the hotel.» The aid was getting to the people who needed it most.» She's been trying hard, but she doesn't feel that she's getting anywhere.verb (PRESENT PARTICIPLE getting, PAST TENSE got, PAST PARTICIPLE got or US gotten) (START TO BE) ↑Verb Endings for get B1 [L] to become or start to be: » He gets really upset if you mention his baldness.» Is your cold getting any better?» Your coffee's getting cold.» After a while you get used to all the noise.» You're getting quite a big boy now, aren't you!» [+ to infinitive] How did you get to be a belly dancer?Thesaurus+: ↑Starting and beginning , ↑Starting againget going/moving C2 INFORMALF0 to start to go or move: » We'd better get moving or we'll be late.Thesaurus+: ↑Departing• • • Extra Examples:» He got fed up with all the travelling he had to do.» The trouble with this carpet is that it gets dirty very easily.» Your essay gets a bit confused halfway through when you introduce too many ideas at once.» The music just gets distorted when you play it so loud.» It was getting dark now and we were tired.verb [I + to infinitive] (PRESENT PARTICIPLE getting, PAST TENSE got, PAST PARTICIPLE got or US gotten) (HAVE CHANCE) ↑Verb Endings for get ► B2 to have the chance to do something: » I never get to see her now that she's left the company.Thesaurus+: ↑Opportunity , ↑Freedom to act• • • Extra Examples:» Did you get to visit your uncle when you were in Canada?» We never got to test drive the car before we bought it.» They got to play in the sandpit while the adults were shopping.» Who gets to have the last piece of chocolate cake?» We don't often get to spend the weekend together.verb [I usually + adv/prep] (PRESENT PARTICIPLE getting, PAST TENSE got, PAST PARTICIPLE got or US gotten) (MOVE) ↑Verb Endings for get ► B1 to move to a different place or into a different position: » I hit my head as I was getting into the car.» Get out of here now or I'll call the police.» The bed is too wide - we'll never get it through the door.» Getting up the ladder was easy enough - it was coming down that was the problem.» He got down on his knees and asked me to marry him!Thesaurus+: ↑General words for movement• • • Extra Examples:» Journalists had insisted on getting to the front line of the battle, heedless of the risks.» Security did not prevent an interloper from getting onto the stage at the opening ceremony.» You get into the building through a side door.» I tried to get in the cinema last night but it was full.» They got into the car and zoomed off.verb [I or T] (PRESENT PARTICIPLE getting, PAST TENSE got, PAST PARTICIPLE got or US gotten) (PAY) ↑Verb Endings for get ► F0 to pay for something: » Put your money away - I'll get these drinks.Thesaurus+: ↑Paying and spending moneyverb [T] (PRESENT PARTICIPLE getting, PAST TENSE got, PAST PARTICIPLE got or US gotten) (DEAL WITH) ↑Verb Endings for get ► B1 to deal with or answer a ringing phone, knock on the door, etc.: » Hey, Ty, someone's at the door - would you get it, please?Thesaurus+: ↑Dealing with things or people , ↑Acting and acts , ↑Coping and not coping , ↑Tolerating and enduring• • • Extra Examples:» Pass me the bill. I'll get it.» Will you please get the phone?» That's the doorbell. You'd better get it.» If the phone rings when I'm in the shower, will you get it please?» If you get the drinks, I'll pay for the meal.verb [T] (PRESENT PARTICIPLE getting, PAST TENSE got, PAST PARTICIPLE got or US gotten) (HIT) ↑Verb Endings for get ► F0 to hit someone, especially with a bullet or something thrown: » The bullet got her in the leg.Thesaurus+: ↑Detonation and bombardmentverb [T] (PRESENT PARTICIPLE getting, PAST TENSE got, PAST PARTICIPLE got or US gotten) (PREPARE) ↑Verb Endings for get ► F0 to prepare a meal: » I'll put the kids to bed while you're getting the dinner.Thesaurus+: ↑Preparing food , ↑Preparing food using heat• • • Extra Examples:» I thought I could score some brownie points with my mother-in-law by offering to get dinner.» I'll do the main course, if you get the salad.» She was already up getting breakfast when I came downstairs.» I'll cook this evening, you got dinner last night.» He just sat in front of the TV while I was getting the dinner.verb [T] (PRESENT PARTICIPLE getting, PAST TENSE got, PAST PARTICIPLE got or US gotten) (TRAVEL) ↑Verb Endings for get ► A1 to travel somewhere in a train, bus, or other vehicle: » Shall we get a taxi to the station?Thesaurus+: ↑Boarding and alighting from modes of transportThesaurus+: ↑Travelling• • • Extra Examples:» It was a good job I got the earlier train.» You can get a bus from just outside the supermarket.» It'll be more expensive if you get a taxi.» It was too late to get a bus, so we had to walk home.» Get the train to King's Cross and I'll meet you at the station.verb [T] (PRESENT PARTICIPLE getting, PAST TENSE got, PAST PARTICIPLE got or US gotten) (UNDERSTAND/HEAR) ↑Verb Endings for get ► B2 to understand or hear something: » I didn't get what he said because the music was so loud.» I told that joke to Sophia, but she didn't get it.Thesaurus+: ↑Understanding and comprehending• • • Extra Examples:» I didn't get that joke he told - did you?» Sorry, I still don't get it. You'll have to explain.» I didn't get that. Could you say it again?» I didn't get half of what he said because he talks so fast.» Did you get that? I hadn't a clue what he said.verb [T] (PRESENT PARTICIPLE getting, PAST TENSE got, PAST PARTICIPLE got or US gotten) INFORMAL (ANNOY) ↑Verb Endings for get ► F0 to annoy someone: » It really gets me the way we're expected to actually laugh at his pathetic jokes!Thesaurus+: ↑Causing feelings of anger and displeasureverb [T] (PRESENT PARTICIPLE getting, PAST TENSE got, PAST PARTICIPLE got or US gotten) INFORMAL (EMOTION) ↑Verb Endings for get ► F0 to make someone feel strongly emotional and often cry: » That bit in the film when he finds out that his daughter is alive - that always gets me!Thesaurus+: ↑Making people sad, shocked and upset |
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