getting
Translation
to obtain, to become, to arrive, to understand
Examples
She is getting a new car.
She is getting a new car.
It is getting late.
It is getting late.
I'm getting tired of this.
I'm getting tired of this.
Are you getting what I mean?
Are you getting what I mean?
Grammar Patterns
((sth.)) to obtain sth. She is getting a new car.
((adjective)) to become. It is getting late.
((tired of sth.)) to become tired of sth. I'm getting tired of this.
((sth.)) to understand sth. Are you getting what I mean?
Similar Words
Synonyms: obtain, receive, become, acquire
Etymology
From Old Norse 'geta' (to obtain, beget). A fundamental verb with many meanings.
Memory Tips
Think of 'getting' a gift (receiving) or 'getting' cold (becoming). It's a verb of transition or acquisition.