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to get
01
obtenir, recevoir, prendre
to receive or come to have something
Transitive: to get sth
Example
The children got toys from their grandparents.
They got an invitation to the exclusive event.
Did you get any interesting gifts for your birthday?
1.1
attraper, avoir
to catch a disease or an illness
Transitive: to get a disease
Example
Children often get chickenpox at some point in their early years.
Many people got COVID-19 during the global pandemic.
Many travelers worry about getting malaria when visiting certain regions.
1.2
se sentir, avoir l'impression que
to start to have an idea, impression, or feeling
Transitive: to get an idea or feeling
Example
During the meeting, I got the impression that they were considering a major change.
When they announced the surprise, I got an overwhelming feeling of joy.
I got a strange feeling when I entered the abandoned building.
1.3
être condamné à
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.
After the trial, the burglar got a seven-year sentence.
After the investigation, the company got fines for environmental violations.
1.4
recevoir, capter
to have access to the Internet, a phone, radio, or TV network, or specific broadcast
Transitive: to get forms of telecommunication
Example
Residents in the city center can easily get a variety of TV channels.
Can you get Wi-Fi in this area?
During the storm, we could n't get any radio signals for weather updates.
02
prendre, obtenir
to obtain something through chance, effort, or other means
Transitive: to get sth
Example
I managed to get a copy of the rare book from the library.
It 's challenging to get a taxi during rush hour in the city.
We need to get approval from the board before implementing the new policy.
2.1
obtenir
to reach a particular answer or figure after doing a calculation
Transitive: to get an answer or figure
Example
Using advanced algorithms, the computer program can get precise values in a matter of seconds.
Through careful data analysis, the scientist was able to get the exact results of the experiment.
With careful analysis, the accountant was able to get the accurate financial figures for the report.
2.2
contacter, joindre
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 've been trying to get you on the phone for hours!
I needed to reschedule my appointment, so I tried to get the doctor 's office on the phone.
2.3
avoir, revaloir
to avenge something, especially by attacking, hurting, or killing
Transitive: to get sb
Example
I 'll get you for breaking my heart like that!
2.4
aller chercher
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?
Can you get my umbrella from the car?
She quickly went to get a blanket for the cold evening.
2.5
attraper, avoir, coincer
to succeed in capturing someone, especially to punish or hurt them
Transitive: to get sb
Example
During the arrest, the officer got the suspect by the wrist, securing the handcuffs.
After a high-speed chase, the police managed to get the suspect and bring him into custody
In the scuffle, the security guards managed to get the intruder by the arm and escorted him out.
2.6
atteindre
to strike or injure someone
Transitive: to get sb
Example
The soccer ball got the goalie on the side of the head during the penalty kick.
During the battle, a stray arrow got him in the arm.
In the crossfire, a stray bullet got him in the leg.
2.7
prendre, acheter
to obtain something by paying an amount of money for it
Transitive: to get sth
Ditransitive: to get sb sth
Example
I got a ticket to the concert for a reasonable price.
She got a beautiful painting at the art auction.
She got a designer handbag during the sale.
2.8
préparer
to prepare something to eat or drink, especially a meal
Transitive: to get food or a meal
Example
' Who 's getting breakfast this morning? '
On weekends, we often get brunch at the local diner.
She 's getting dinner, and it smells delicious!
2.9
répondre
to respond to a doorbell or telephone by answering it
Transitive: to get the phone or door
Example
Can you get the phone?
Even in the middle of dinner, he would always get the phone if it rang.
He got the door, surprised to find a package waiting for him.
2.10
voir
used to draw attention to someone or something considered foolish, surprising, or amusing
Transitive: to get sb/sth
Example
Get that guy in the loud Hawaiian shirt over there!
Get the dog in the sunglasses, it 's hilarious!
Example
I got home from work a little earlier than usual.
3.1
amener, enlever
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.
We struggled to get the oversized painting around the tight corner.
Could you help me get the sofa through the narrow doorway?
3.2
aller, venir, monter, descendre
to move in a specific direction or into a specific position or place
Intransitive: to get somewhere
3.3
prendre
to use a taxi, bus, train, plane, etc. for transportation
Transitive: to get a means of transportation
Example
He got a flight to Paris for his business meeting.
He got a plane from New York to Los Angeles for the film shoot.
I usually get the subway to get to my language class.
Example
He got overwhelmed with emotions during the surprise party.
She got ready for the interview by researching the company.
He got excited when he heard about the job promotion.
4.1
faire
to make someone or something experience a specific condition, state, or action
Complex Transitive: to get sb/sth [adj]
Example
Let 's get the report finalized before the deadline.
I 'm trying to get my computer updated with the latest software.
We should get the garden prepared for planting in the spring.
4.2
commencer à faire
to begin doing something
Transitive: to get doing sth
Example
They got discussing their plans for the weekend.
They got exploring the new city as soon as they arrived.
They got painting the living room over the weekend.
4.3
comprendre, saisir, piger
to mentally grasp something or someone's words or actions
Transitive: to get words or concepts
Example
I do n't get the concept behind this new technology.
I 've read the novel twice, but I do n't get the ending.
He explained the concept several times, but I just do n't get it.
4.4
poser une colle
to make someone feel confused or uncertain
Transitive: to get sb
Example
The riddle was so complex that it got everyone in the room.
4.5
émouvoir
to make someone become extremely emotional
Transitive: to get sb
Example
Her touching farewell speech really got everyone in the room.
The nostalgic song never fails to get me.
The touching tribute at the ceremony really got her, and she could n't hold back tears.
4.6
persuader, convaincre
to force or convince someone to do something
Ditransitive: to get sb to do sth
Example
The manager got the staff to embrace the new company policies.
He got the committee to approve his innovative idea.
4.7
déranger, agacer
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.
It gets me that people can be so inconsiderate in public spaces.
It gets me when software updates interrupt my workflow.
4.8
pouvoir
to have the opportunity to do something
Transitive: to get to do sth
Example
I got to attend the exclusive concert with VIP access.
He finally got to meet his favorite author at the book signing event.
He never got to travel abroad during his career.
05
y avoir
used for saying that a particular thing exists or happens
Transitive: to get sth
Example
In this neighborhood, you get a mix of different cultural influences.
In coastal regions, they get mild temperatures and ocean breezes.
In this region, you get occasional earthquakes due to tectonic activity.
06
fichu, dégager
to depart immediately
Intransitive
Example
The host told the unruly guests to get.
The annoyed customer asked the rude patron to get and stop causing a disturbance.
After the argument, I told him to get and never come back.
07
provoquer, réagir
to provoke a specific response or reaction
Transitive: to get a response or reaction
Example
The controversial statement in the speech got a mixed reaction from the audience.
The shocking revelation in the documentary got a strong emotional response from viewers.
The hilarious skit at the comedy show got a burst of laughter from the audience.
08
obtenir, recevoir
to receive or achieve a specific mark or grade in an exam
Transitive: to get a mark or grade
Example
We got top grades for our collaborative research paper.
They got high marks for their group project presentation.
She got full marks in the spelling bee competition.
09
obtenir, recevoir
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.
If you sell your artwork at the gallery, you can expect to get a good sum.
10
arriver à, atteindre
to reach a specific stage or point
Intransitive: to get somewhere
Example
I 've got as far as the third chapter in the novel
We have n't gotten far in our analysis of the data.
11
faire en sorte que, obtenir
to cause something to perform a specific action
Ditransitive: to get sth to do sth
Example
We got the car engine to run smoothly after some repairs.
Can you get the camera to focus properly on the subject?
We got the oven to bake evenly by adjusting the temperature.
12
prendre en charge, payer pour
to cover the cost of something for someone else
Transitive: to get the cost of something
Example
I 'll get dinner tonight.
Allow me to get the entrance fee for the museum.
13
comprendre, saisir
to understand something by hearing it
Transitive: to get spoken words
Example
It was a noisy environment, and I could n't get most of the conversation.
14
recevoir, obtenir
to receive payment for one's work or services
Transitive: to get payment | to get payment for sth
Example
Entry-level software developers get a minimum of $60,000 annually.
The graphic designer gets $ 500 for each logo design project.
The personal trainer gets $ 50 per session for individual fitness coaching.
15
berner, piéger
to trick or deceive someone, often in a playful or lighthearted way
Transitive: to get sb
Example
He got his roommate with a fake spider on their bed.
They got their colleague with a prank, making them believe the office was haunted.
16
attraper, arrêter
(in baseball) to stop a player from advancing or scoring by catching the ball or tagging them
Transitive: to get a player
Example
The shortstop made a swift throw to first base to get the batter out.
The pitcher managed to get three batters in a row, securing a quick inning.
The first baseman stretched to make the catch and get the batter.
17
gagner, obtenir
to win a prize in a competition
Transitive: to get a prize
Example
The artist got an award for the best painting in the art exhibition.
The team got the first-place ribbon in the relay race.
The gymnast got a silver medal in the national competition.
18
livrer, acheminer
to deliver or transport something or someone to a specific person or place.
Transitive: to get sth somewhere
Example
The courier will get the parcel to your doorstep by tomorrow.
Please get these flowers to Sarah for her birthday.
We must get the injured hiker to the rescue team as soon as possible.
19
emporter, tuer
(of an illness or injury) to result in someone's death
Transitive: to get sb
Example
Unfortunately, the complications from the disease got the patient sooner than expected.
In the late stages, the disease got him, and he succumbed to its effects.
Despite careful precautions, a venomous snake bite got the explorer in the end.
20
obtenir, atteindre
to deliver a particular level of performance or quality
Transitive: to get a level of performance
Example
The bike gets a mileage of 50 miles per gallon.
The car gets a top speed of 120 miles per hour.
This camera gets exceptional low-light performance, capturing clear images in the dark.
21
comprendre, percevoir
to become aware of someone or something
Transitive: to get sth
Example
She got the way he subtly touched his wedding ring during the conversation.
Did you get the way she hesitated before answering the question?
She got the subtle change in his tone and realized he was upset.
22
memoriser, retenir
to commit to memory
Transitive: to get sth
Example
Can you get the steps of the dance routine before the recital?
I have to get the quotes for my presentation by heart.
She got the lyrics to the song after listening to it a few times.
23
avoir, contracter
to suffer from an illness, injury, or pain
Transitive: to get an illness or injury
Example
He got an ache in his lower back.
He got a persistent cough that lasted for weeks.
I got a stomachache from eating too much junk food.
Get
01
récupération, retour
a return on a shot that seemed impossible to reach and would normally have resulted in a point for the opponent
Exemple
The children got toys from their grandparents.
They got an invitation to the exclusive event.
Did you get any interesting gifts for your birthday?
Did you get my message about the meeting?
He got an unexpected bonus at work.
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