Get lost Meaning in English
expression
ˈɡɛt/, /ˈɡɪt/ /ˈɫɔst
GET-lawst
ɡˈɛt/ /lˈɒst
get-LOST
Definition
To become unable to find your way, or as an informal command, to tell someone to go away.
Usage & Nuances
As a command ('Get lost!'), it is very informal and often rude. Used literally, it means someone cannot find their way. Don't confuse the command with the literal sense. Common in spoken English and movies.
Spanish: perderse - ¡lárgate!Portuguese (BR): perder-se - cai fora!Portuguese (PT): perder-se - vai-te embora!Chinese (Simplified): 迷路 - 走开Chinese (Traditional): 迷路 - 走開Hindi: रास्ता भटकना - दफा हो जाओArabic: تاه - انصرفBengali: রাস্তা হারানো - চলে যাও (অভদ্রভাবে)Russian: заблудиться - отвали (грубо)Japanese: 道に迷う - 失せろ（失礼な言い方）Vietnamese: lạc đường - biến đi (thô lỗ)Korean: 길을 잃다 - 꺼져 (무례하게)Turkish: yolunu kaybetmek - defol (kabaca)Urdu: راستہ بھٹک جانا - دفع ہو جاؤ (بدتمیز انداز)Indonesian: tersesat - pergi sana (kasar)
Example Sentences
I got lost in the city center.
basic
Children can easily get lost in a big park.
basic
Follow the signs so you don't get lost.
basic
Hey, get lost! I'm not interested.
natural
Sorry I’m late, I got lost on my way here.
natural
If you get lost, just call me and I’ll help you find the place.
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