15 सेकंड में
- To escape a situation or person physically or mentally.
- To go on a short vacation for rest and relaxation.
- To move away from something or someone immediately.
मतलब
This phrase is used when you need to escape from a place, a person, or a stressful situation. It is also very common to use it when you are talking about going on a short vacation to relax.
मुख्य उदाहरण
3 / 6Planning a trip with a partner
We really need to get away for the weekend to the beach.
نحن بحاجة حقًا للذهاب في رحلة قصيرة في عطلة نهاية الأسبوع إلى الشاطئ.
A thief escaping the police
The robber managed to get away before the police arrived.
تمكن اللص من الهروب قبل وصول الشرطة.
Feeling stressed at work
I have so many emails; I just want to get away from my desk!
لدي الكثير من رسائل البريد الإلكتروني؛ أريد فقط الابتعاد عن مكتبي!
सांस्कृतिक पृष्ठभूमि
The 'weekend getaway' is a core part of American culture, often involving driving to a nearby lake or mountain town. British people often use 'get away' to refer to a 'holiday' (vacation) in the countryside or at the seaside. Australians often use 'get away' to refer to camping trips or visiting regional areas. In many global offices, 'getting away' is a polite way to say you are taking personal time off.
Use 'from'
Always use 'from' when you mention the place you are leaving.
Don't forget 'with'
If you mean 'avoid punishment', you must add 'with'.
15 सेकंड में
- To escape a situation or person physically or mentally.
- To go on a short vacation for rest and relaxation.
- To move away from something or someone immediately.
What It Means
Get away is all about creating distance. It usually means physically leaving a place where you feel trapped or busy. Think of it as hitting the 'escape' button on your life. You can use it when a thief runs from the police. You can also use it when you just need a break from your noisy office.
How To Use It
This phrase is a phrasal verb. You can use it on its own as a command: Get away! Or, you can use it to describe a trip. If you add from, you specify what you are escaping. For example, I need to get away from the city. It is simple and very flexible. Just remember that the past tense is got away.
When To Use It
Use it when you are feeling overwhelmed. Tell your friends you need a weekend to get away. It is perfect for travel talk. You can also use it in a more literal sense. If someone is standing too close to your sandwich, tell them to get away! It works for small daily escapes and big life changes.
When NOT To Use It
Don't use it for permanent moves. If you are moving to a new house forever, use move. Get away implies a temporary escape or a quick flight. Also, avoid using it in very formal legal documents. In a court of law, a lawyer might say 'the suspect fled' instead of 'the suspect got away'.
Cultural Background
In Western culture, the 'weekend getaway' is a huge concept. People work very hard from Monday to Friday. By Friday afternoon, everyone is dreaming of a cabin in the woods. This phrase captures that deep desire for freedom. It is the ultimate 'out of office' mood.
Common Variations
You will often hear getaway as one word. This is a noun. It refers to the vacation itself or the place you go. You might say, 'That was a great getaway!' Another variation is get away with. That means doing something wrong and not getting punished for it. Don't mix them up, or you might sound like a criminal!
इस्तेमाल की जानकारी
The phrase is generally neutral but can become informal or even rude depending on your tone of voice. In writing, ensure you distinguish between the phrasal verb `get away` and the noun `getaway`.
Use 'from'
Always use 'from' when you mention the place you are leaving.
Don't forget 'with'
If you mean 'avoid punishment', you must add 'with'.
Use it for self-care
It's a great way to talk about mental health in a casual way.
Weekend Getaway
This is a very common phrase in English-speaking countries.
उदाहरण
6We really need to get away for the weekend to the beach.
نحن بحاجة حقًا للذهاب في رحلة قصيرة في عطلة نهاية الأسبوع إلى الشاطئ.
Here it refers to a short, relaxing vacation.
The robber managed to get away before the police arrived.
تمكن اللص من الهروب قبل وصول الشرطة.
This is the literal meaning of escaping a crime scene.
I have so many emails; I just want to get away from my desk!
لدي الكثير من رسائل البريد الإلكتروني؛ أريد فقط الابتعاد عن مكتبي!
Expresses a desire for a mental and physical break.
I'm sorry, I have another call, so I need to get away now.
أنا آسف، لدي مكالمة أخرى، لذا يجب أن أنصرف الآن.
A slightly more casual way to say you must leave a meeting.
Get away from my pizza, you naughty dog!
ابتعد عن البيتزا الخاصة بي، أيها الكلب الشقي!
A lighthearted command to move away.
Finally got away from the office! See you in ten.
أخيرًا هربت من المكتب! أراك في غضون عشر دقائق.
Commonly used in texts to show relief after finishing work.
खुद को परखो
Fill in the blank with the correct phrase.
I'm so stressed; I really need to _____ for the weekend.
The phrase 'get away' is used for taking a break.
Choose the correct sentence.
Which sentence is correct?
You use 'from' to indicate the source you are leaving.
Complete the dialogue.
A: 'I'm exhausted.' B: 'You should _____.'
Suggesting a break is best expressed with 'get away'.
Match the situation to the phrase.
You want to go on a short vacation.
Getting away is the standard term for a short trip.
🎉 स्कोर: /4
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अभ्यास बैंक
4 अभ्यासI'm so stressed; I really need to _____ for the weekend.
The phrase 'get away' is used for taking a break.
Which sentence is correct?
You use 'from' to indicate the source you are leaving.
A: 'I'm exhausted.' B: 'You should _____.'
Suggesting a break is best expressed with 'get away'.
You want to go on a short vacation.
Getting away is the standard term for a short trip.
🎉 स्कोर: /4
अक्सर पूछे जाने वाले सवाल
12 सवालYes, but it's more common for short trips.
No, it is neutral/informal.
'Escape' is more dramatic; 'get away' is about relaxation.
Yes, it means you are leaving now.
Yes, it is a noun meaning a short vacation.
It means to leave all your problems behind.
Yes, if you are close to your boss.
Yes, very commonly.
It might sound incomplete.
Yes, 'I need to get away from him'.
Yes, it is.
No, it can just mean leaving a room.
संबंधित मुहावरे
Get away with
specialized formAvoid punishment
Take a break
synonymStop working
Unplug
similarDisconnect from tech
Escape
similarFlee
