Phrases & Expressions

to feel unhappy or angry because someone has what you want

• He felt jealous of his brother.
• Don't feel jealous of her success.

To legally end a marriage.

• They got divorced last year.
• Many couples get divorced these days.

To lose your job because your employer decides that you must leave.

• He got fired for being late.
• I don't want to get fired.

to be given a job

• I just got hired!
• He got hired by a big firm.

to understand the main idea

• Okay, I get the point.
• Do you get the point I'm making?

To offer suggestions or guidance to someone about what to do.

• My teacher gave me some good advice about choosing a university.
• Can you give me some advice?

To state your view.

• Can you give your opinion on this?
• Everyone at the meeting was asked to give an opinion.

To have a baby.

• She gave birth to a healthy baby.
• She gave birth last week.

To eat a small amount quickly.

• Let's grab a bite to eat.
• I need to grab a bite before the meeting.

To get a coffee quickly.

• Want to grab a coffee?
• I'm going to grab a coffee before work.