English · Phrasal verb Attested

get across

In real, traceable use. Part of the curated seed collection; community review is coming.

Sense 1

Both English Tiếng Việt

Meaning · English

To cross; to move from one side (of something) to the other, literally or figuratively.

Nghĩa · Tiếng Việt

Di chuyển từ bên này sang bên kia

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Where it’s used: Used American English

In heavy rain, the cavalry couldn't get across the river.

Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30)

Sources & notes

Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30 via kaikki.org).

Both English Tiếng Việt

Meaning · English

To make an idea evident; to successfully explain a thought or feeling; put over.

Nghĩa · Tiếng Việt

Truyền đạt ý tưởng một cách rõ ràng

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Sources & notes

Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30 via kaikki.org).

Both English Tiếng Việt

Meaning · English

To succeed; to do well.

Nghĩa · Tiếng Việt

Thành công; làm tốt

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Sources & notes

Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30 via kaikki.org).

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What does “get across” mean?

To cross; to move from one side (of something) to the other, literally or figuratively.

Is “get across” formal or informal?

No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.