Meaning of the word "be about to" in English
What does "be about to" mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
be about to
US /bi əˈbaʊt tuː/
UK /bi əˈbaʊt tuː/
Idiom
to be going to do something very soon
Example:
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I was about to leave when the phone rang.
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The movie is about to start.
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