CEFR A2
get to
phrasal verb
Meaning
To arrive at a particular place or state.
Examples
- We need to get to the airport by 6 AM for our flight.
- It took us hours to get to the top of the mountain, but the view was worth it.
Synonyms: reach, arrive, make it, access
Phrases for get to
Natural phrases and collocations with get to. See examples, avoid awkward combinations, and learn how to use get to in context. To arrive at a particular place or state.
Common patterns
Use these patterns to build complete sentences, not just isolated word combinations.
- get to + place (prepositional phrase): Arrive at a location.
How long does it take to get to London from here?
- get to + verb (infinitive) (phrasal verb): Have the chance or opportunity to do something.
I hope I get to see you again soon.
- get to + noun (problem/person) (phrasal verb): Annoy or affect someone emotionally.
The constant noise started to get to him.
- get to + work/business (collocation): Start working or dealing with something.
After a short break, let's get to work.
Natural collocations
These combinations are useful as ready-made chunks. The examples show how each one works in context.
- get to know
It takes time to get to know someone properly.
- get to grips with
I'm trying to get to grips with the new accounting system.