How to Pronounce "get your act together"
expression
GET yor AKT tuh-GETH-er
get YAW AKT tuh-GETH-uh
Definition
To start behaving in a more organized or effective way, especially after a period of mistakes or lack of focus.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈɡɛt/, /ˈɡɪt/ /ˈjɔɹ/, /ˈjʊɹ/ /ˈækt/ /təˈɡɛðɝ
British English
ɡˈɛt/ /jˈɔː/ /ˈækt/ /təɡˈɛðɐ
Simplified Pronunciation
US
GET yor AKT tuh-GETH-er
UK
get YAW AKT tuh-GETH-uh
Listen in Context
You need to get your act together before the exam.
If you want this job, get your act together.
The coach told him to get his act together or he would be benched.
It’s time to get your act together and finish your project.