Meaning of the word "woke up" in English
What does "woke up" mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
woke up
US /woʊk ʌp/
UK /wəʊk ʌp/
Phrasal Verb
1.
to stop sleeping
Example:
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I woke up early this morning.
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The baby woke up crying in the middle of the night.
2.
to become aware of something
Example:
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It took him a while to wake up to the truth.
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People are finally waking up to the dangers of climate change.