How to Pronounce "get about"
expression
ˈɡɛt/, /ˈɡɪt/ /əˈbaʊt
GET-uh-BOWT or GIT-uh-BOWT
ɡˈɛt/ /ɐbˈaʊt
get-uh-BOWT
Definition
To travel or move from place to place, often used for people who are able to visit various locations. It can also mean being active in going out socially or getting around despite physical limitations.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈɡɛt/, /ˈɡɪt/ /əˈbaʊt
British English
ɡˈɛt/ /ɐbˈaʊt
Simplified Pronunciation
US
GET-uh-BOWT or GIT-uh-BOWT
UK
get-uh-BOWT
Listen in Context
After the accident, she couldn't get about without help.
He likes to get about and visit new countries every year.
As she got older, it became harder to get about.
How do you usually get about in the city? By bus or by bike?