CEFR A1

happen

verb

Meaning

To take place or occur, often by chance.

Examples

What did you do today?
I can't believe that happened!

Synonyms: occur, transpire, arise, befall

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happen (A1)

verb

Pronunciation: /ˈhæpən/

Definition

To take place or occur, often by chance.

Examples

What did you do today?
I can't believe that happened!
Let's wait and see what happens next.

How to Use happen

happen to (prepositional phrase): To do something by chance or without planning. — "I happened to see an old friend at the market."
happen to (prepositional phrase): Used to ask if someone has done something by chance. — "Did you happen to see my phone anywhere?"
what happened (collocation): Asking about an event or situation. — "Can you explain what happened?"

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