Meaning of the word "to get up" in English

What does "to get up" mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

to get up

US /tə ˈɡet ʌp/

UK /tə ɡet ʌp/

to rise from bed after sleeping

Example:

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I usually get up at 7 AM on weekdays.

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It's hard to get up early on weekends.

Synonym:

wake up arise

to stand up from a sitting or lying position

Example:

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Please get up when the judge enters the courtroom.

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He tried to get up, but his leg was injured.

Synonym:

stand up rise

to organize or arrange something

Example:

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We need to get up a new committee to handle this issue.

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They managed to get up a small exhibition in a week.

Synonym:

organize arrange establish set up