Get wet Meaning in English
expression
ˈɡɛt/, /ˈɡɪt/ /ˈwɛt
GET-wet or GIT-wet
ɡˈɛt/ /wˈɛt
get-WET
Definition
To become covered or soaked with water or another liquid.
Usage & Nuances
Common in informal speech. Frequently used with rain: 'get wet in the rain.' Also applies to accidental spills. Not usually used for intentional bathing or swimming.
Spanish: mojarsePortuguese (BR): se molharPortuguese (PT): molhar-seChinese (Simplified): 淋湿Chinese (Traditional): 弄濕Hindi: गीला होनाArabic: يبتلBengali: ভিজে যাওয়া - ভিজে ওঠাRussian: промокнуть - намокнутьJapanese: 濡れるVietnamese: bị ướtKorean: 젖다Turkish: ıslanmakUrdu: گیلا ہوناIndonesian: basah - terkena basah
Example Sentences
Don't forget your umbrella or you'll get wet.
basic
My clothes got wet in the rain.
basic
Try not to get wet while washing the dishes.
basic
If you run through the sprinklers, of course you’ll get wet!
natural
I stepped in a puddle and now my shoes are getting wet.
natural
You don't have to worry—these jackets won't get wet even in heavy rain.
natural