Verb get

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VERB GET
UNDERSTANDING “GET”
• This verb has many uses in English, that’s why we can’t give it only
one definition or translation.
• We are going to explore the different meanings of “get”.
• When we know how to use this verb, we can put it in a sentence
with more confidence.
• It’s a very useful verb. Let’s explore!
FORMS OF THE VERB GET
• Simple present: GET.
• Third person: GETS.
• Simple past: GOT.
• Present Continuous: GETTING.
• Past participle: GOTTEN or GOT.
• Simple future: WILL GET.
RECEIVING
• The first meaning of “get” is to receive, obtain or gain something.
• Examples:
• I got a letter last week.
• If we ask the teacher, maybe we will get permission.
• What kind of gift have you got?
BUYING
• We can use “get” to say that we buy something.
• Examples:
• Did you get a new apartment yesterday?
• She is getting new clothes with her sister right now.
• I really want to get a new car!
ACHIEVING SOMETHING
• When somebody achieves a goal or reaches a place, “get” is very
appropriate!
• Examples:
• I hope you get the job!
• Maria is very happy because she got a promotion.
• I will talk to my boss about getting a raise, I really need it!
BEING SICK
• Use “get” when you become ill with a disease, virus, bacteria or
other types of microorganisms.
• Examples:
• I got dengue last month.
• You will get food poisoning if you don’t cook your eggs well.
• I feel really bad, I think I’m getting a cold.
ARRIVING
• You can replace the verb “arrive” for “get”.
• Examples:
• What time did you get home last night?
• She got to the restaurant after us.
• How far can we get by bus?
UNDERSTANDING SOMETHING
• When you want to tell people you understand or you don’t
understand something:
• Examples:
• He told me a joke but I didn’t get it.
• Nowadays, I get more words in English.
• Guys, are you getting it?
BECOMING OR STARTING TO BE
• When something or someone is starting to be or becoming
another thing.
• Examples:
• It’s getting really cold, you have to get the flu vaccine.
• Cars have gotten more expensive.
• She got really different after her plastic surgery.
FEELINGS AND EMOTIONS
• You can use “get” to talk about feelings.
• Examples:
• I get very happy when I see you.
• He got upset because he was fired.
• Please, don’t get sad! You need to try again.
EXPRESSIONS USING GET
1 – GET USED TO: se acostumar com algo.
• I got used to speak English every day.
2 – GET ON MY NERVES: me irritar
• She’s getting on my nerves today!
3 – GET SOMETHING STARTED: começar algo.
• Come on, let’s get the meeting started.
4 – GET RID OF SOMETHING: livrar-se de algo.
• I need to get rid of all the trash!
EXPRESSIONS USING GET
5 – GET AWAY WITH SOMETHING: safar-se de algo.
• I can’t believe he got away with this situation.
6 – GET EVEN: dar o troco, revanche.
• I can’t accept losing, I want to get even.
• GET BY: lidar com uma situação, se virar.
• A: Hey, how’s it going? 
B: I’m getting by.
PHRASAL VERBS USING GET
• GET UP: levantar
• GET OUT: sair
• GET ALONG WITH: se dar bem com alguém.
• GET AWAY: fugir
SOURCES
• https://dictionary.cambridge.org/dictionary/english/get
• https://www.mairovergara.com/verbo-get-em-
ingles/?gad_source=1&gclid=EAIaIQobChMI0avdyZbWhQMVQmNIAB0faAJ3EAAYASAAEgJcbfD_
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• https://www.todamateria.com.br/verbo-
get/#:~:text=Past%20Participle%3A%20gotten,dos%20tempos%20verbais%20a%20seguir.
• https://www.inglesnapontadalingua.com.br/2013/10/10-expressoes-get.html
https://dictionary.cambridge.org/dictionary/english/get
https://www.mairovergara.com/verbo-get-em-ingles/?gad_source=1&gclid=EAIaIQobChMI0avdyZbWhQMVQmNIAB0faAJ3EAAYASAAEgJcbfD_BwE
https://www.todamateria.com.br/verbo-get/#:~:text=Past%20Participle%3A%20gotten,dos%20tempos%20verbais%20a%20seguir
https://www.inglesnapontadalingua.com.br/2013/10/10-expressoes-get.html