Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
to get to know someone
Phrase
/tə ɡɛt tə noʊ ˈsʌmˌwoʊn/
Definition
To become familiar or acquainted with a person through interaction or experience.
Examples
- It’s important to spend time together to get to know someone better.
- I took a class with her to get to know someone new in my city.
- Over coffee, we began to get to know each other more personally.
Meaning
The phrase implies establishing a relationship by spending time with someone and learning about their personality, interests, and background.
Synonyms
- To become acquainted with
- To familiarize oneself with
- To build a relationship
