Get over

Phrasal Verbs | B2

Examples and explanation

to get over something = to recover from something negative

You can use this phrasal verb to talk about recovering from various negative things, such as disappointments, shocks, illnesses, relationships etc, e.g. I’m sure I’ll get over it, but I’m really upset about getting such a low mark for my last essay.

Have a go at these micro-dictation exercises to hear this expression being used in context – how much can you understand?

Accent: Northern England