How to Pronounce "get along in"
expression
ˈɡɛt/, /ˈɡɪt/ /əˈɫɔŋ/ /ˈɪn/, /ɪn
GET-uh-LAWNG-IN or GIT-uh-LAWNG-IN
ɡˈɛt/ /ɐlˈɒŋ/ /ˈɪn
get-uh-LONG-in
Definition
To manage, cope, or function in a situation, often used when talking about having basic skills in a language or handling life in a place.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈɡɛt/, /ˈɡɪt/ /əˈɫɔŋ/ /ˈɪn/, /ɪn
British English
ɡˈɛt/ /ɐlˈɒŋ/ /ˈɪn
Simplified Pronunciation
US
GET-uh-LAWNG-IN or GIT-uh-LAWNG-IN
UK
get-uh-LONG-in
Listen in Context
I can get along in French but I'm not fluent.
He can get along in this city without any help.
She tries to get along in German at work.
Honestly, I just get along in Spanish when I'm traveling—it's enough for basic things.