Get Through

B1 8+

Pronunciation: /ɡɛt θruː/

Definitions of get through

verb to successfully complete or accomplish something

Example Sentences

A1 I can't get through this book, it's too difficult for me.

A2 I need to get through this traffic jam to make it to the meeting on time.

B1 I have to get through all these emails before I can go home for the day.

B2 It was tough, but I managed to get through the entire marathon.

C1 Despite all the challenges, she was determined to get through the tough times.

C2 After hours of negotiation, they finally managed to get through to an agreement.

preposition to pass or go through something, such as a difficult situation or obstacle

Example Sentences

A1 I need help to get through this difficult math problem.

A2 We managed to get through the crowded market without losing each other.

B1 I always listen to music to help me get through long flights.

B2 She struggled to get through the dense forest to reach the campsite.

C1 Despite the challenges, she was determined to get through the marathon.

C2 With determination and perseverance, he was able to get through the toughest times in his life.

Examples of get through in a Sentence

formal It is important to stay focused in order to get through all the material before the exam.

informal I don't know how I'm going to get through this long day of meetings.

slang I need to get through this pile of paperwork before I can leave for the day.

figurative Sometimes it feels like I'm just trying to get through life one day at a time.

Grammatical Forms of get through

past tense

got through

plural

get through

comparative

more get through

superlative

most get through

present tense

get through

future tense

will get through

perfect tense

have gotten through

continuous tense

getting through

singular

gets through

positive degree

get through

infinitive

to get through

gerund

getting through

participle

gotten through

Origin and Evolution of get through

First Known Use: 1250 year
Language of Origin: Middle English
Story behind the word: The phrase 'get through' originated in Middle English as a combination of the Old Norse word 'geta' meaning to obtain or reach and the Old English word 'through' meaning to pass or traverse.
Evolution of the word: Over time, the phrase 'get through' has evolved to also mean to successfully complete a task, endure a difficult situation, or make progress despite obstacles.