Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

bring someone up to speed

idiom
/brɪŋ ˈsʌmˌwʌn ʌp tuː spiːd/
Definition
To inform someone about the latest developments or news regarding a specific situation or topic.
Examples
  • Can you bring me up to speed on the project status?
  • After being away for a month, I need you to bring me up to speed on what’s been happening.
Meaning
This phrase is often used in professional or social contexts where someone needs to be updated with important information they may have missed.
Synonyms
  • update
  • inform
  • acquaint
  • brief