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get • got • gotten
verb [T ] A1 (US usually: get-got-gotten; UK: get-got-got) • synonyms: obtain, receive, acquire • get a job/gift/email/message; get money/salary/payment • where did you get...? • US freq: 10/10
How much did he get for his car? (= How much money did he sell it for?) | 2. I got a new job last week. | 3. Did you get my email? | 4. Where did you get that watch? | 5. Where did you get your shoes from? | 6. We stopped on the way to get some breakfast.
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otrzymać, dostać, zdobyć
(OBTAIN) to obtain, receive, or be given something ⇒ US exception in the verb conjugation: "have got" (possession/must) uses "got", not "gotten" ("I've got a car" = "I have a car", "I've got to go")
Ile dostał za swój samochód? | 2. Dostałem nową pracę w zeszłym tygodniu. | 3. Czy dostałeś mój email? | 4. Gdzie dostałeś ten zegarek? | 5. Skąd masz te buty? | 6. Zatrzymaliśmy się po drodze na śniadanie.
get • got • gotten
verb [T ] A2 (US usually: get-got-gotten; UK: get-got-got) • synonyms: fetch, bring, retrieve • get something for someone; get someone from somewhere • can you get...?; let me get...; I'll get it • freq in AmE: 10/10
Can you get me a glass of water from the kitchen? | 2. I need to get my jacket from the car. | 3. She went to get the kids from school. | 4. Let me get the door for you.
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przynieść, pójść po coś, odebrać
to go to a place and bring something or someone back; to fetch ⇒ US exception in the verb conjugation: "have got" (possession/must) uses "got", not "gotten" ("I've got a car" = "I have a car", "I've got to go")
Czy możesz przynieść mi szklankę wody z kuchni? | 2. Muszę wziąć kurtkę z samochodu. | 3. Poszła odebrać dzieci ze szkoły. | 4. Pozwól, że otworzę ci drzwi.
get • got • gotten
verb [I ] A2 (US usually: get-got-gotten; UK: get-got-got) • synonyms: become, turn, grow • get dark/cold/tired/angry/better/worse • it's getting...; I'm getting...; things are getting... • freq in AmE: 10/10
It's getting dark outside. | 2. I'm getting tired – let's go home. | 3. She got angry when she heard the news. | 4. The weather is getting colder every day.
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stawać się, robić się
(BECOME) to become or start to be in a particular state or condition; to change from one state to another ⇒ US exception in the verb conjugation: "have got (possession/must) uses "got", not "gotten" ("I've got a car" = "I have a car", "I've got to go")
Robi się ciemno na zewnątrz. | 2. Robię się zmęczony – chodźmy do domu. | 3. Zdenerwowała się, gdy usłyszała wiadomości. | 4. Pogoda robi się zimniejsza każdego dnia.
get • got • gotten
verb [I ] A2 (US usually: get-got-gotten; UK: get-got-got) • synonyms: arrive, reach • get to (place); get home/there/here • what time do you get...?; when did you get...? • freq in AmE: 10/10
What time do you get home from work? | 2. We got to the airport just in time. | 3. When did you get here? | 4. I usually get to school around 8 AM.
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dotrzeć, przyjechać, dojść
(ARRIVE / REACH) to arrive at or reach a place or destination ⇒ US exception in the verb conjugation: "have got (possession/must) uses "got", not "gotten" ("I've got a car" = "I have a car", "I've got to go")
O której godzinie wracasz do domu z pracy? | 2. Dotarliśmy na lotnisko w sam raz na czas. | 3. Kiedy tu dotarłeś? | 4. Zazwyczaj przychodzę do szkoły około 8 rano.
get • got • gotten
verb [T ] A2 informal (US usually: get-got-gotten; UK: get-got-got) • freq in AmE: 10/10 ⇒ US exception in the verb conjugation: "have got (possession/must) uses "got", not "gotten" ("I've got a car" = "I have a car", "I've got to go")
I don't get this joke – can you explain it? | 2. Do you get what I'm saying? | 3. I get it now – thanks for explaining!
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rozumieć, kapować, łapać (sens)
(UNDERSTAND) to understand something or someone; to comprehend the meaning
Nie rozumiem tego żartu – możesz to wyjaśnić? | 2. Rozumiesz, co mówię? | 3. Teraz rozumiem – dzięki za wyjaśnienie!
get • got • gotten
verb [T ] A2 informal (US usually: get-got-gotten; UK: get-got-got) • synonyms: buy, purchase • get something from the store/shop; get groceries/food • I need to get...; let's get...; where did you get...? • freq in AmE: 10/10
I need to get some milk from the store. | 2. Where did you get those shoes? | 3. Let's get pizza for dinner tonight. | 4. She got a new phone for her birthday.
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kupić, załatwić
to buy or purchase something ⇒ US exception in the verb conjugation: "have got (possession/must) uses "got", not "gotten" ("I've got a car" = "I have a car", "I've got to go")
Muszę kupić trochę mleka w sklepie. | 2. Gdzie kupiłeś te buty? | 3. Kupmy pizzę na obiad dziś wieczorem. | 4. Dostała nowy telefon na urodziny.
get something done
verb [T ] B1 (US usually: get-got-gotten; UK: get-got-got) • synonyms: have something done, arrange • get something fixed/done/repaired/painted/cut • get your hair cut; get the car fixed; get things done • freq in AmE: 9/10
I need to get my car fixed before the trip. | 2. She got her hair cut yesterday. | 3. We should get the house painted this summer. | 4. Can you get this done by Friday?
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sprawiać, że coś jest zrobione; kazać coś zrobić
to cause something to be done or to cause something to be in a particular state; often used with past participle ⇒ US exception in the verb conj.: "have got (possession/must) uses "got", not "gotten" ("I've got a car" = "I have a car", "I've got to go")
Muszę naprawić samochód przed podróżą. | 2. Obcięła włosy wczoraj. | 3. Powinniśmy pomalować dom tego lata. | 4. Czy możesz to załatwić do piątku?
get a chance / get an opportunity
collocation with get verb [T ] B1 • synonyms: have an opportunity, have a chance • get a chance/opportunity to do something • if you get a chance; never got the chance; finally got a chance • freq in AmE: 9/10
I finally got a chance to meet him in person. | 2. Did you get an opportunity to talk to the manager? | 3. If you get a chance, can you call me later? | 4. She never got the chance to say goodbye.
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mieć okazję, dostać szansę
to have an occasion or possibility to do something
W końcu miałem okazję spotkać go osobiście. | 2. Czy miałeś okazję porozmawiać z menedżerem? | 3. Jeśli będziesz miał okazję, możesz do mnie zadzwonić później? | 4. Nigdy nie miała okazji pożegnać się.
get permission
collocation with get verb [T ] B1 • synonyms: obtain permission, receive authorization • get permission from someone; get permission to do something • need to/must get permission; did you get permission? • freq in AmE: 8/10
Did she get permission to leave early?
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uzyskać pozwolenie, dostać zgodę
to obtain approval or authorization to do something
Czy ona dostała pozwolenie na wcześniejsze wyjście?
get in touch (with someone)
collocation with get verb [I ] B1 • synonyms: contact, reach out, communicate • get in touch with someone; get in touch about something • I'll get in touch; please get in touch; how can I get in touch? • freq in AmE: 9/10
I'll get in touch with you next week about the project. | 2. Please get in touch if you have any questions. | 3. How can I get in touch with customer service?
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skontaktować się (z kimś), nawiązać kontakt
to contact or communicate with someone, especially after a period of no contact
Skontaktuję się z tobą w przyszłym tygodniu w sprawie projektu. | 2. Proszę skontaktować się, jeśli masz jakieś pytania. | 3. Jak mogę skontaktować się z obsługą klienta?
get ready
collocation with get verb [I ] A2 • synonyms: prepare, get prepared • get ready for something; get ready to do something • I need to get ready; are you getting ready?; get ready! • freq in AmE: 10/10
I need to get ready for work. | 2. Are you getting ready for the party? | 3. Get ready – we're leaving in five minutes!
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przygotować się, szykować się
to prepare yourself or something for an event or activity
Muszę się przygotować do pracy. | 2. Czy szykujesz się na przyjęcie? | 3. Przygotuj się – wychodzimy za pięć minut!
get married
collocation with get verb [I ] A2 • synonyms: marry, wed • get married to someone; get married in (place) • when are you getting married?; they got married; we're getting married • freq in AmE: 10/10
When are you getting married? | 2. We've been together for years but haven't gotten married yet.
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pobrać się, wziąć ślub
to enter into marriage; to become husband and wife (or spouse and spouse)
Kiedy bierzecie ślub? | 2. Jesteśmy razem od lat, ale jeszcze się nie pobraliśmy.
get dressed
collocation with get verb [I ] A2 • synonyms: put on clothes, dress • get dressed for something; get dressed quickly • I need to get dressed; get dressed!; are you getting dressed? • freq in AmE: 10/10
I need to get dressed for the meeting. | 2. The kids are getting dressed for school. | 3. Get dressed – we're late!
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ubrać się
to put on your clothes; to change from wearing pajamas or being undressed to being clothed
Muszę się ubrać na spotkanie. | 2. Dzieci ubierają się do szkoły. | 3. Ubieraj się – spóźniamy się!
get lost
collocation with get verb [I ] A2 • synonyms: lose your way, become lost • get lost in (place); get lost trying to find... • freq in AmE: 9/10 ⇒ Note: "Get lost!" can also be used rudely to tell someone to go away.
Don't worry, I won't get lost – I have GPS. | 2. We got lost trying to find the restaurant. | 3. I always get lost in this part of town.
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zgubić się, zabłądzić
to become unable to find your way; to not know where you are or how to reach your destination
Nie martw się, nie zgubię się – mam GPS. | 2. Zgubiliśmy się, próbując znaleźć restaurację. | 3. Zawsze gubię się w tej części miasta.
get rid of something
collocation with get verb [T ] B1 • synonyms: dispose of, eliminate, remove • get rid of something/someone • need to/want to get rid of; how can I get rid of...?; finally got rid of • freq in AmE: 9/10
I need to get rid of these old clothes. | 2. How can I get rid of this headache? | 3. She's trying to get rid of her bad habits.
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pozbyć się czegoś, wyrzucić coś
to remove, dispose of, or eliminate something you don't want or need
Muszę pozbyć się tych starych ubrań. | 2. Jak mogę pozbyć się tego bólu głowy? | 3. Próbuje pozbyć się złych nawyków.
get in trouble
collocation with get verb [I ] B1 • synonyms: face consequences, have problems • get in trouble for something; get in trouble with someone • going to get in trouble; don't want to get in trouble; he got in trouble • freq in AmE: 9/10
You're going to get in trouble if you don't do your homework. | 2. He got in trouble for being late to work again. | 3. I don't want to get in trouble with my boss.
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wpaść w kłopoty, mieć kłopoty
to find yourself in a difficult situation or face negative consequences, often due to wrongdoing or mistakes
Będziesz miał kłopoty, jeśli nie odrobisz pracy domowej. | 2. Znów spóźnił się do pracy, więc miał kłopoty. | 3. Nie chcę mieć kłopotów z szefem.
get used to something
collocation with get verb [I ] B1 • synonyms: become accustomed to, adapt to, adjust to • get used to something/doing something • it takes time to get used to; I'm getting used to; you'll get used to • freq in AmE: 9/10
It takes time to get used to a new job. | 2. She's getting used to wearing glasses. | 3. I just can't get used to waking up early.
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przyzwyczaić się do czegoś, przyzwyczajać się
to become familiar with and comfortable in a new situation or with something different; to adapt or adjust
Przyzwyczajenie się do nowej pracy wymaga czasu. | 2. Przyzwyczaja się do noszenia okularów. | 3. Po prostu nie mogę się przyzwyczaić do wczesnego wstawania.
get the impression
collocation with get verb [T ] B2 • synonyms: form an opinion, sense, feel • get the impression that...; get the wrong/right impression • did you get the impression? • freq in AmE: 8/10
I got the impression that she wasn't happy with the decision. | 2. Did you get the impression he was lying? | 3. I'm getting the impression you don't want to go.
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odnosić wrażenie, mieć wrażenie
to form a belief or opinion about something based on observations or feelings, often without definite proof
Odniosłem wrażenie, że nie była zadowolona z tej decyzji. | 2. Czy odniosłeś wrażenie, że kłamał? | 3. Mam wrażenie, że nie chcesz iść.
get a cold
collocation with get verb [T ] A2 • synonyms: catch a cold, come down with a cold • get a cold from someone/somewhere • I got a cold; I'm getting a cold; always get colds • freq in AmE: 10/10
Kids get colds more often than adults. | 2. She always gets colds in the winter. | 3. Is your cold getting any better?
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przeziębić się, dostać przeziębienia
to catch or develop a common cold; to become infected with a cold virus
Dzieci przeziębiają się częściej niż dorośli. | 2. Ona zawsze się przeziębia zimą. | 3. Czy przeziębienie ustępuje?
get a headache
collocation with get verb [T ] A2 • synonyms: develop a headache • get a headache from something; get terrible/bad headaches • I always get headaches; I'm getting a headache; do you get headaches? • freq in AmE: 10/10
Do you get headaches often? | 2. I'm getting a headache – do you have any aspirin? | 3. She got a terrible headache from staring at the computer all day.
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dostać bólu głowy, boleć głowa
to develop or begin experiencing pain in your head
Czy często miewasz bóle głowy? | 2. Boli mnie głowa – masz aspirynę? | 3. Od ciągłego wpatrywania się w komputer dostała strasznego bólu głowy.
get the flu
collocation with get verb [T ] A2 • synonyms: catch the flu, come down with the flu • get the flu from someone; get the flu shot/vaccine • freq in AmE: 10/10 ⇒ Note: Americans say "the flu" (with "the"), not just "flu." You "get THE flu," not "get flu."
Half the office got the flu last month. | 2. She's getting the flu – she has a high fever. | 3. How can I avoid getting the flu this winter?
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dostać grypę, zachorować na grypę, złapać grypę
to catch or develop influenza; to become infected with the flu virus
W zeszłym miesiącu połowa pracowników biura zachorowała na grypę. | 2. Dostaje grypę – ma wysoką gorączkę. | 3. Jak mogę uniknąć grypy tej zimy?
get changed
collocation with get verb [I ] A2-B1 informal ⇒ more common in UK, Americans typically say "change", "change clothes" or "get dressed") • synonyms: change (clothes), dress, switch outfits • get changed into something / get changed quickly
You should get changed — we’re going out soon. | 2. She got changed into something more comfortable. | 3. He quickly got changed after the gym.
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przebrać się, zmienić ubranie
to put on different clothes, especially after work, exercise, or before going out
Powinieneś się przebrać — zaraz wychodzimy. | 2. Przebrała się w coś wygodniejszego. | 3. Szybko się przebrał po siłowni.
get experience
collocation with get verb [T ] B1 • synonyms: gain experience, acquire experience • get experience in something; get work/professional/valuable experience • need to get experience; how can I get experience?; got a lot of experience • freq in AmE: 9/10
How can I get experience if no one will hire me? | 2. She got valuable experience working at the startup. | 3. He got a lot of experience during his internship.
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zdobyć doświadczenie, nabrać doświadczenia
to gain or acquire practical knowledge or skill through doing something
Jak mogę zdobyć doświadczenie, jeśli nikt mnie nie zatrudni? | 2. Zdobyła cenne doświadczenie pracując w startupie. | 3. Zdobył dużo doświadczenia podczas stażu.
get worse / get better
collocation with get verb [I ] A2 • synonyms: deteriorate/improve, worsen/improve • get worse/better; things are getting worse/better • it's getting worse; getting better and better; much worse/better • freq in AmE: 10/10
Don't worry, things will get better soon. | 2. The weather is getting worse; we should go inside. | 3. Her English is getting better every day.
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pogorszyć się / polepszyć się
to deteriorate or improve in condition, quality, or state
Nie martw się, sprawy wkrótce się poprawią. | 2. Pogoda się pogarsza; powinniśmy wejść do środka. | 3. Jej angielski poprawia się każdego dnia.
get started
collocation with get verb [I ] A2 • synonyms: begin, start, commence • get started with/on something • let's get started; how to get started; once you get started • freq in AmE: 10/10
Let's get started with the meeting. | 2. Once you get started, it becomes easier.
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zacząć, rozpocząć
to begin doing something; to initiate an activity or process
Zacznijmy spotkanie. | 2. Gdy już zaczniesz, staje się łatwiej.
get involved (in something)
collocation with get verb [I ] B1 • synonyms: participate, engage, take part • get involved in/with something • want to/should get involved; don't want to get involved; how can I get involved? • freq in AmE: 9/10
Students should get involved in extracurricular activities.
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zaangażować się (w coś), wziąć udział
to begin participating in or become connected with an activity, situation, or group
Studenci powinni angażować się w zajęcia pozalekcyjne.
get a divorce
collocation with get verb [I ] B1 • synonyms: divorce, end a marriage • get a divorce from someone • they got a divorce; thinking about getting a divorce; decided to get a divorce • freq in AmE: 8/10
They got a divorce after ten years of marriage.
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rozwieść się, wziąć rozwód
to legally end a marriage
Wzięli rozwód po dziesięciu latach małżeństwa.
get pregnant
collocation with get verb [I ] B1 • synonyms: become pregnant, conceive • get pregnant with (child); trying to get pregnant • she got pregnant; didn't plan to get pregnant; how long to get pregnant? • freq in AmE: 9/10
She got pregnant with her first child at age 30.
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zajść w ciążę
to become pregnant; to conceive a child
Zaszła w ciążę z pierwszym dzieckiem w wieku 30 lat.
get something from someone/somewhere
grammar pattern with get verb [T ] A2 • structure: get + object + from + source (person/place) • get information/advice from; where did you get... from? • freq in AmE: 10/10
Where did you get that information from? | 2. I got this recipe from my grandmother. | 3. She gets her confidence from her mother.
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dostać, otrzymać coś od kogoś/skądś
to obtain or receive something with the source or origin being a specific person or place
Skąd wziąłeś te informacje? | 2. Dostałem ten przepis od mojej babci. | 3. Swoją pewność siebie zawdzięcza matce.
get to do something
grammar pattern with get verb [I + to infinitive ] B2 • structure: get + to + base verb • get to meet/see/travel/work • I got to...; do you get to...?; she gets to... • freq in AmE: 10/10
After all, it's not every day that you get to meet your childhood hero. | 2. The children fought over who would get to sit in the plush desk chair. | 3. You don't get to decide what other people should want.
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mieć okazję coś zrobić, móc coś zrobić (szczęśliwie)
(HAVE CHANCE) to have the opportunity or privilege to do something; emphasizes being fortunate or lucky enough to do it
Koniec końców, nie codziennie ma się okazję spotkać swojego bohatera z dzieciństwa. | 2. Dzieci walczyły o to, które z nich usiądzie na wygodnym krześle przy biurku. | 3. Nie masz prawa decydować, czego powinni chcieć inni ludzie.
get to do something
grammar pattern with get verb [I + to infinitive ] B2 • structure: get + to + base verb • get to meet/see/travel/work • I got to...; do you get to...?; she gets to... • freq in AmE: 10/10
Seafaring offers a unique perspective on life that few get to experience. | 2. Do you get to work from home? | 3. We don't get to see each other very often.
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mieć okazję coś zrobić, móc coś zrobić (szczęśliwie)
(HAVE CHANCE) to have the opportunity or privilege to do something; emphasizes being fortunate or lucky enough to do it
Żeglarstwo oferuje unikalną perspektywę na życie, której niewielu ma okazję doświadczyć. | 2. Czy możesz pracować z domu? | 3. Nie możemy się widywać zbyt często.
get someone to do something
grammar pattern with get verb [T ] B1 • structure: get + person + to + base verb • get someone to do/agree/help/listen • can't get him to...; how did you get her to...?; finally got them to... • freq in AmE: 9/10
How did you get her to agree?
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skłonić, namówić kogoś do zrobienia czegoś
to persuade, convince, or cause someone to do something; to make someone agree to do something
Jak ją namówiłeś, żeby się zgodziła?
get something done
get verb [T ] B1 • get things done; get it done by (time); finally got it done • US freq: 10/10 ⇒ Note: This is both a causative construction (having someone else do it) AND an expression for completing tasks yourself. Context determines the meaning.
Can you get this done by Friday? | 2. I need to get this work done by Friday. | 3. He can't get anything done with all these interruptions.
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załatwić coś, doprowadzić do końca, kazać coś zrobić
to cause something to be completed or accomplished; to arrange for something to be done (often by someone else)
Czy możesz to zrobić do piątku? | 2. Muszę skończyć tę pracę do piątku. | 3. Nie może nic załatwić przy wszystkich tych przerwach.
get something for someone
grammar pattern with get verb [T ] A2 • get a gift/present for • I got this for you; can you get... for me? • freq in AmE: 10/10
I got this gift for you. | 2. Can you get some milk for me at the store? | 3. She got flowers for her mother.
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kupić/dostać coś dla kogoś
to obtain, buy, or acquire something intended for another person as the recipient or beneficiary
Kupiłem ten prezent dla ciebie. | 2. Czy możesz kupić trochę mleka dla mnie w sklepie? | 3. Kupiła kwiaty dla swojej matki.
get through something
grammar pattern with get verb [I ] B • get through a difficult time/period/week; get through an exam/test • how did you get through...?; I'll get through this; we'll get through... together • freq in AmE: 9/10
How did you get through that difficult time? | 2. I don't know how I'll get through this week. | 3. We'll get through this together.
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przebrnąć przez coś, przetrwać coś, dać radę
to survive, endure, or successfully complete a difficult period, task, or challenge
Jak przetrwałeś ten trudny czas? | 2. Nie wiem, jak przebrnę przez ten tydzień. | 3. Przebrniemy przez to razem.
get to (place)
grammar pattern with get verb [I ] A2 • get to school/work/the airport/the station • how do I get to...?; what time will you get to...? • freq in AmE: 10/10 ⇒ IMPORTANT: "Get home" does NOT use "to" - you say "get home," not "get to home."
How do I get to the museum from here? | 2. What time will you get to the office? | 3. Turn left to get to Main Street.
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dotrzeć do, dojechać do (miejsce)
to arrive at or reach a destination; indicates movement toward and arrival at a location
Jak mogę dotrzeć do muzeum stąd? | 2. O której dotrzesz do biura? | 3. Skręć w lewo, żeby dotrzeć na Main Street.
get in/into (small vehicles)
grammar pattern with get verb [I usually + adv/prep ] A2 • get in/into the car/taxi/vehicle • get in!; she got into...; can I get in? • freq in AmE: 10/10
Can I get in? | 2. He got in the driver's seat. | 3. She got into the taxi and gave the address.
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wsiadać do (samochodu, taksówki itp.)
to enter small, enclosed vehicles like cars and taxis; "into" is more formal than "in"
Czy mogę wsiąść? | 2. Wsiadł na miejsce kierowcy. | 3. Wsiadła do taksówki i podała adres.
get out (of) (small vehicles)
grammar pattern with get verb [I ] A2 • get out of the car/taxi; get out! • US freq: 10/10 ⇒ Use "get out of" for exiting cars, taxis, and small vehicles. You can say "get out" when the vehicle is understood from context. Do NOT use "get off" for cars!
She got out of the taxi and paid the driver. | 2. Can you get out? I need to park. | 3. He got out and slammed the door.
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wysiadać z (samochodu, taksówki itp.)
to exit small, enclosed vehicles like cars and taxis
Wysiadła z taksówki i zapłaciła kierowcy. | 2. Czy możesz wysiąść? Muszę zaparkować. | 3. Wysiadł i trzasnął drzwiami.
get on/onto (large vehicles & open vehicles)
grammar pattern with get verb [I ] A2 • get on/onto the bus/train/plane/bike/horse • US freq: 10/10 ⇒ Note: Use "get on/onto" for buses, trains, planes, bikes, horses, motorcycles - vehicles you climb or step UP onto. "Onto" is more formal than "on."
Get on the bus at the next stop. | 2. She got onto the train just before it left. | 3. He got on his bike and rode away. | 4. We need to get on the plane now.
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wsiadać do (dużych pojazdów i pojazdów otwartych, np. autobus, rower)
to board or mount large public transportation vehicles or open vehicles like bikes and horses
Wsiądź do autobusu na następnym przystanku. | 2. Wsiadła do pociągu tuż przed jego odjazdem. | 3. Wsiadł na rower i odjechał. | 4. Musimy wsiąść do samolotu teraz.
get off (large vehicles & open vehicles)
grammar pattern with get verb [I ] A2 • get off the bus/train/plane/bike/horse • get off at (place/stop); she got off...; I need to get off • freq in AmE: 10/10
Get off the bus at Main Street. | 2. She got off the train in Boston. | 3. He got off his bike to check the tire. | 4. I need to get off at the next stop.
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wysiadać z (dużych pojazdów i pojazdów otwartych, np. autobus, rower)
to exit or dismount from large public transportation vehicles or open vehicles like bikes and horses ⇒ Note: Use "get off" for buses, trains, planes, bikes, horses, motorcycles - the same vehicles that use "get on." Do NOT use "get off" for cars!
Wysiądź z autobusu na Main Street. | 2. Wysiadła z pociągu w Bostonie. | 3. Zszedł z roweru, żeby sprawdzić oponę. | 4. Muszę wysiąść na następnym przystanku.
get up
grammar pattern with get verb [I ] A2 • get up at (time); get up from something • freq in AmE: 10/10 ⇒ Note: For climbing ladders, trees, or stairs, use "climb up" or "go up," not "get up." "Get up" is about changing from lying/sitting to standing.
I get up at 6 AM every morning. | 2. What time do you usually get up? | 3. Get up from the floor - it's dirty! | 4. She got up from her chair to answer the door.
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wstawać (z łóżka, z krzesła), podnosić się
to rise from a lying or sitting position; to stand up or get out of bed
Wstaję o 6 rano każdego ranka. | 2. O której zazwyczaj wstajesz? | 3. Wstań z podłogi - jest brudna! | 4. Wstała z krzesła, żeby otworzyć drzwi.
get down
grammar pattern with get verb [I ] B1 • get down from the tree/roof/ladder • get down!; can't get down; got down carefully • freq in AmE: 8/10
Get down from that tree right now! | 2. The cat can't get down from the roof. | 3. He got down from the ladder carefully. | 4. Get down from there - it's dangerous!
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zejść (z wysokości), złazić
to descend from a higher position or place; to come down from something elevated; it's often used as a command to children or in dangerous situations — different from "get up" which means to rise/stand
Zejdź z tego drzewa natychmiast! | 2. Kot nie może zejść z dachu. | 3. Zszedł z drabiny ostrożnie. | 4. Zejdź stamtąd - to niebezpieczne!

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