reached

word · lemma: reach

/ˈɹitʃt/
reecht
/ɹˈiːtʃt/
reecht

Definition

Past tense of 'reach.' It means arrived at a place, managed to touch or get something, or succeeded in contacting someone or achieving a level.

Usage & Nuances

Common patterns: 'reached home,' 'reached for the bottle,' 'reached 100,' 'reached out to me.' 'Arrive' is usually only for places, but 'reach' is broader. 'Reach to' is often wrong when you mean contact or touch; use 'reach' or 'reach for' depending on the meaning.

Example Sentences

We reached the station at noon.

basic

She reached the top shelf and took the box.

basic

The temperature reached 30 degrees yesterday.

basic

I finally reached him after calling three times.

natural

By the time we reached home, it was already dark.

natural

Her video reached a million views in one day.

natural