Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
get one's bearings
idiom
/ɡɛt wʌnz ˈbɛərɪŋz/
Definition
To understand one’s position in relation to one’s surroundings or to gain clarity about a situation.
Examples
- After moving to the new city, it took her a few days to get her bearings.
- He paused to get his bearings before continuing on the trail.
Meaning
This phrase is often used when someone seeks to find their way, either literally in a physical space or metaphorically in terms of understanding a new situation.
Synonyms
- find one’s bearings
- orient oneself
- get situated
- establish one’s position
