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to get
01
bekommen
to receive or come to have something
Transitive: to get sth
Example
He got an unexpected bonus at work.
Did you get any interesting gifts for your birthday?
They got an invitation to the exclusive event.
1.1
erkranken an, bekommen
to catch a disease or an illness
Transitive: to get a disease
Example
She got the flu after being exposed to the virus at work.
Despite getting vaccinated, he still managed to get a mild case of the measles.
Many people got COVID-19 during the global pandemic.
1.2
bekommen, erhalten
to start to have an idea, impression, or feeling
Transitive: to get an idea or feeling
Example
When they announced the surprise, I got an overwhelming feeling of joy.
After hearing her explanation, I got the idea that there was more to the story.
During the meeting, I got the impression that they were considering a major change.
1.3
erhalten, bekommen
to receive something as a sentence or punishment
Transitive: to get a sentence
Example
After the trial, the defendant got a severe sentence for the crime.
They got a penalty for violating the rules of the game.
After the investigation, the company got fines for environmental violations.
1.4
empfangen, erhalten
to have access to the Internet, a phone, radio, or TV network, or specific broadcast
Transitive: to get forms of telecommunication
Example
Can you get Wi-Fi in this area?
I 'm thrilled that our neighborhood can finally get fiber-optic internet.
During the storm, we could n't get any radio signals for weather updates.
02
sich vorbereiten, erfahren
to experience a specific condition, state, or action
Linking Verb: to get [adj]
Example
She got ready for the interview by researching the company.
We should get organized before starting the project.
They decided to get involved in community service.
2.1
jemanden/etwas in einen bestimmten Zustand versetzen, jemanden/etwas dazu bringen
to make someone or something experience a specific condition, state, or action
Complex Transitive: to get sb/sth [adj]
Example
She 's working hard to get her team motivated for the upcoming project.
We need to get the house ready for the guests arriving tomorrow.
Let 's get the report finalized before the deadline.
2.2
anfangen, beginnen
to begin doing something
Transitive: to get doing sth
Example
I got studying for the exam late into the night.
Let 's get working on this project; the deadline is approaching.
They got exploring the new city as soon as they arrived.
2.3
verstehen, begreifen
to mentally grasp something or someone's words or actions
Transitive: to get words or concepts
Example
I read the instructions, but I still do n't get how to assemble this furniture.
He explained the concept several times, but I just do n't get it.
I 've read the novel twice, but I do n't get the ending.
2.4
verwirren, verunsichern
to make someone feel confused or uncertain
Transitive: to get sb
Example
The riddle was so complex that it got everyone in the room.
The crossword puzzle in the newspaper got me today; I could n't solve it.
The riddle in the game really gets me; I ca n't figure it out.
2.5
rühren, bewegen
to make someone become extremely emotional
Transitive: to get sb
Example
The touching tribute at the ceremony really got her, and she could n't hold back tears.
The sad movie ending always gets me, and I end up crying every time.
Her touching farewell speech really got everyone in the room.
2.6
überreden, überzeugen
to force or convince someone to do something
Ditransitive: to get sb to do sth
Example
I managed to get my friend to join me for the weekend getaway.
She got her parents to support her decision to study abroad.
He got the committee to approve his innovative idea.
2.7
nerven, ärgern
to be irritating or annoying for someone
Transitive: to get sb
Example
It gets me when I have to repeat the same instructions over and over.
What gets me is when people chew loudly during meetings.
What really gets me is the lack of accountability in the organization.
2.8
gelegenheitsbekommen, Chance haben
to have the opportunity to do something
Transitive: to get to do sth
Example
I got to attend the exclusive concert with VIP access.
It 's disappointing — I never get to choose the movie we watch.
He never got to travel abroad during his career.
03
erhalten, bekommen
to obtain something through chance, effort, or other means
Transitive: to get sth
Example
Despite her qualifications, she has n't been able to get a job in her field.
It took a while for us to get the waiter's attention in the busy restaurant.
I managed to get a copy of the rare book from the library.
3.1
erhalten, bekommen
to reach a particular answer or figure after doing a calculation
Transitive: to get an answer or figure
Example
After a few minutes of calculating, she managed to get the correct solution to the math problem
With careful analysis, the accountant was able to get the accurate financial figures for the report.
Students were excited when they finally got the right answer to the complex physics equation.
3.2
erreichen, anrufen
to make contact with a person, thing, or place by telephone
Transitive: to get sb/sth
Example
I wanted to speak to the professor, but I got the department assistant instead.
I tried to get in touch with my sister, but she must be busy as I got her voicemail again.
I tried to get the travel agency to confirm my reservation, but their lines were busy.
3.3
vergelten, sich rächen
to avenge something, especially by attacking, hurting, or killing
Transitive: to get sb
Example
She got her boss by setting him up to take the blame for a failed project.
The gang got their rivals by orchestrating a surprise attack.
He got his ex-wife by making sure she did n't get a single penny in the divorce settlement.
3.4
holen, abholen
to go to a place and bring someone or something back from that location
Transitive: to get sth
Example
Could you get my jacket from the bedroom, please?
She needs to get her friend from the airport tomorrow.
Somebody get a doctor; there's been an accident!
3.5
erwischen, fassen
to succeed in capturing someone, especially to punish or hurt them
Transitive: to get sb
Example
In the scuffle, the security guards managed to get the intruder by the arm and escorted him out.
During the arrest, the officer got the suspect by the wrist, securing the handcuffs.
The kidnapper was on the loose for days before the authorities finally got him.
3.6
treffen, verletzt
to strike or injure someone
Transitive: to get sb
Example
During the fight, he managed to get his opponent with a powerful punch.
In the paintball game, he got me on the arm during a surprise attack.
In the crossfire, a stray bullet got him in the leg.
3.7
erwerben, kaufen
to obtain something by paying an amount of money for it
Transitive: to get sth
Ditransitive: to get sb sth
Example
She got a beautiful painting at the art auction.
They got a vintage record player at the flea market.
I got a ticket to the concert for a reasonable price.
3.8
zubereiten, vorbereiten
to prepare something to eat or drink, especially a meal
Transitive: to get food or a meal
Example
I 'll get breakfast ready while you set the table.
She 's getting dinner, and it smells delicious!
On weekends, we often get brunch at the local diner.
3.9
abnehmen, antworten
to respond to a doorbell or telephone by answering it
Transitive: to get the phone or door
Example
I heard the phone ringing and rushed to get it before it went to voicemail.
Can you get the phone?
I did n't expect anyone, but I got the door when I heard a knock.
3.10
merk's dir, sieh mal
used to draw attention to someone or something considered foolish, surprising, or amusing
Transitive: to get sb/sth
Example
He walked into the room wearing — get this — a bright pink suit!
Get the dog in the sunglasses, it's hilarious!
Get that guy in the loud Hawaiian shirt over there!
Example
We'll need to get to the airport early to catch our flight.
I got to the meeting just in time for the presentation.
Despite the traffic, we managed to get to the theater before the show started.
4.1
bekommen, bringen
to cause someone or something to move in a specific direction or into a specific position or place
Transitive: to get sth somewhere
Example
I could n't get the cork out of the bottle.
Could you help me get the sofa through the narrow doorway?
We struggled to get the oversized painting around the tight corner.
4.2
gehen, kommen
to move in a specific direction or into a specific position or place
Intransitive: to get somewhere
Example
I'm getting off at the next bus stop.
Where do we get on the subway?
She got into the car and drove off.
4.3
nehmen, bekommen
to use a taxi, bus, train, plane, etc. for transportation
Transitive: to get a means of transportation
Example
We need to get a taxi to the airport for our early morning flight.
Let 's get the bus to downtown and explore the city.
Let 's get a ferry to the nearby island for a day trip.
05
bekommen, erhalten
used for saying that a particular thing exists or happens
Transitive: to get sth
Example
In the desert, you get extreme temperatures during the day and cold nights.
In coastal regions, they get mild temperatures and ocean breezes.
In this neighborhood, you get a mix of different cultural influences.
06
verschwinden, hauen
to depart immediately
Intransitive
Example
After the argument, I told him to get and never come back.
When the teacher caught the students cheating, she told them to get from the exam room.
The manager had enough of the excuses and told the employee to get from the meeting.
07
erzeugen, hervorruffen
to provoke a specific response or reaction
Transitive: to get a response or reaction
Example
The thrilling plot twist in the movie always gets a gasp from the audience.
His unexpected announcement got a surprised reaction from the crowd.
The heartwarming ending of the story never fails to get a smile from readers.
08
bekommen, erreichen
to receive or achieve a specific mark or grade in an exam
Transitive: to get a mark or grade
Example
She got an ' A+' in the physics final exam.
John got 75 % in the history test.
Did you get a passing grade in the calculus exam?
09
bekommen, erhalten
to receive money through selling something
Transitive: to get a sum of money | to get a sum of money for a sold item
Example
You should get a decent amount for your antique furniture at the auction.
We got $5,000 for the vintage camera we listed online.
By selling your designer handbag, you could get around € 700.
10
kommen, erreichen
to reach a specific stage or point
Intransitive: to get somewhere
Example
I 've got as far as the third chapter in the novel
I could n't wait to get to the last episode of the TV series.
Wait until we get to the section about space exploration.
11
bringen, veranlassen
to cause something to perform a specific action
Ditransitive: to get sth to do sth
Example
She could n't get the computer to recognize the new printer.
We got the car engine to run smoothly after some repairs.
He struggled to get the remote control to operate the TV.
12
übernehmen, bezahlen
to cover the cost of something for someone else
Transitive: to get the cost of something
Example
Do n't reach for your wallet; I 'll get the cab fare.
I 'll get the groceries this time; you got them last week.
Allow me to get the entrance fee for the museum.
13
verstehen, kapieren
to understand something by hearing it
Transitive: to get spoken words
Example
I could n't get what she said over the phone; the connection was poor.
Sorry, I did n't get the last part of your question; could you repeat it?
It was a noisy environment, and I could n't get most of the conversation.
14
erhalten, bekommen
to receive payment for one's work or services
Transitive: to get payment | to get payment for sth
Example
She gets a monthly salary of $3,000 for her administrative job.
Writers may get royalties for each copy sold of their published books.
The receptionist at the hotel gets $ 15 per hour for handling customer inquiries.
15
hereinlegen , austricksen
to trick or deceive someone, often in a playful or lighthearted way
Transitive: to get sb
Example
He got his friend by pretending to be someone else on the phone.
You really got me with that fake lottery ticket; I thought I won!
They got their colleague with a prank, making them believe the office was haunted.
16
ausmachen, fangen
(in baseball) to stop a player from advancing or scoring by catching the ball or tagging them
Transitive: to get a player
Example
The first baseman stretched to make the catch and get the batter.
The catcher 's accurate throw to second base got the stealing player.
The pitcher managed to get three batters in a row, securing a quick inning.
17
gewinnen, erhalten
to win a prize in a competition
Transitive: to get a prize
Example
He got a gold medal in the swimming competition.
They got the championship trophy for their outstanding performance.
She got the grand prize in the photography contest.
18
bringen, holen
to deliver or transport something or someone to a specific person or place.
Transitive: to get sth somewhere
Example
I need to get the documents to the office before the deadline.
Can you get this package to my friend's house on your way home?
We must get the injured hiker to the rescue team as soon as possible.
19
erledigen, töten
(of an illness or injury) to result in someone's death
Transitive: to get sb
Example
The severe infection eventually got him, despite all efforts to treat it.
The terminal cancer got her in the end, and she passed away peacefully.
Unfortunately, the complications from the disease got the patient sooner than expected.
20
erreichen, liefern
to deliver a particular level of performance or quality
Transitive: to get a level of performance
Example
The latest smartphone gets impressive battery life, lasting up to two days.
The new software update gets faster processing speeds and improved efficiency.
The solar panels on the roof get optimal energy production even in low light conditions.
21
auffassen, verstehen
to become aware of someone or something
Transitive: to get sth
Example
Did you get the subtle hint she dropped during the conversation?
Did you get the way he avoided making eye contact when talking about the topic?
She got the subtle change in his tone and realized he was upset.
22
einprägen, memorieren
to commit to memory
Transitive: to get sth
Example
I need to get the lines for the play before tomorrow's rehearsal.
Did you get all the formulas for the math test?
She got the lyrics to the song after listening to it a few times.
23
erleiden, bekommen
to suffer from an illness, injury, or pain
Transitive: to get an illness or injury
Example
I got a stomachache from eating too much junk food.
She got a severe headache after a long day at work.
He got a persistent cough that lasted for weeks.
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01
Rückholer, Rückstoß
a return on a shot that seemed impossible to reach and would normally have resulted in a point for the opponent
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