Meaning of the word "picked up" in English
What does "picked up" mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
picked up
US /pɪkt ʌp/
UK /pɪkt ʌp/
Phrasal Verb
1.
to lift something or someone from a surface
Example:
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She picked up the fallen book from the floor.
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Can you pick up the children from school today?
2.
to learn something new, often informally
Example:
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She quickly picked up a few phrases in French.
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He picked up some bad habits from his friends.
3.
to improve or increase
Example:
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Business has really picked up recently.
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The wind began to pick up in the afternoon.
4.
to notice or become aware of something
Example:
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I picked up a strange accent when he spoke.
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The microphone can pick up even the slightest sound.
5.
to answer a telephone call
Example:
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The phone rang several times before she finally picked up.
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I tried calling him, but he didn't pick up.