Get used Meaning in English
expression · lemma: get used to
ˈɡɛt/, /ˈɡɪt/ /ˈjuzd
GET-yoost, GIT-yoost
ɡˈɛt/ /juːzd
get-YOOZD
Definition
To gradually become comfortable with something new or unfamiliar. It means adapting over time until something feels normal.
Usage & Nuances
Always followed by 'to' plus a noun, pronoun, or gerund (e.g., 'get used to the weather', 'get used to working late'). Informal; often describes a process of adjustment over time, not an instant change. Do not confuse with 'be used to,' which means you are already accustomed.
Spanish: acostumbrarse aPortuguese (BR): acostumar-se aPortuguese (PT): habituar-se aChinese (Simplified): 习惯于Chinese (Traditional): 習慣於Hindi: की आदत डालनाArabic: يعتاد علىBengali: অভ্যস্ত হওয়া - মানিয়ে নেওয়াRussian: привыкатьJapanese: 慣れるVietnamese: quen với - làm quen vớiKorean: 익숙해지다Turkish: alışmakUrdu: عادی ہونا - مانوس ہوناIndonesian: terbiasa - menyesuaikan diri
Example Sentences
I can't get used to this cold weather.
basic
You will get used to your new job soon.
basic
It takes time to get used to living alone.
basic
Give him a few days to get used to the changes.
natural
Trust me, you'll quickly get used to the city noise.
natural
I'm finally starting to get used to waking up early every day.
natural