How to Pronounce "get across"
expression
ˈɡɛt/, /ˈɡɪt/ /əˈkɹɔs
GET-uh-KRAWS
ɡˈɛt/ /əkɹˈɒs
get-uh-KROSS
Definition
To successfully communicate an idea or message so that other people understand it. It can also mean to move from one side of something to another, but is mainly used for communication.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈɡɛt/, /ˈɡɪt/ /əˈkɹɔs
British English
ɡˈɛt/ /əkɹˈɒs
Simplified Pronunciation
US
GET-uh-KRAWS
UK
get-uh-KROSS
Listen in Context
He tried to get across his idea, but nobody listened.
It is hard to get across complex instructions in a short time.
My teacher helped me get across my feelings about the book.
Sometimes jokes just don't get across in another language.